Week Four Critical Thinking

Based on your analysis of the assigned readings this week, address the following critical thinking questions using critical reasoning. Incorporate examples, data, theory, or other content from at least two additional (outside of your required readings this week) academic resources to support your conclusions.
In a minimum of 3 pages discuss:

• What is emotional intelligence?
  
• Compare and contrast ability emotional intelligence and trait emotional intelligence.
  
• How can parental skills support the development of a child’s emotional intelligence?
  
• How can parental skills hinder the development of a child’s emotional intelligence?
  
• How can you apply the information relating to emotional intelligence in the classroom? What role will your own emotional intelligence play in this process?

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