Intercultural Competence by Giordano Guidi https://padlet.com/guidig/j000qn2rzl8c Acculturation en-us 2018-10-02 21:33:53 UTC 2018-10-02 22:01:52 UTC hello@padlet.com Implications of Acculturation in the classroom guidig https://padlet.com/guidig/j000qn2rzl8c/wish/288392822 I found a very interesting article that resonated with me concerning this topic about ELL's acculturation. One thing that was addressed was understanding the resources our ELL's have in their communities. Its important for teachers to work with other staff members who have experience at the school to help the students and families make an easier transition to the new setting. The article also addressed the need for teachers to connect their ELL's learning to their cultural heritage. If an ELL is not given this chance to connect their prior experiences and personality it can result in alienation and isolation. Their learning environment needs to be one that helps them make connections between who they are and the content they are learning about. ]]> 2018-10-02 21:37:38 UTC https://padlet.com/guidig/j000qn2rzl8c/wish/288392822 Deepening my understanding of culturally responsive pedagogy guidig https://padlet.com/guidig/j000qn2rzl8c/wish/288394426 The ideas in the article really connected to the discussions and learning that has transpired during this course. One of them being that the belief that one size fits all when it comes to teaching our ELL's in the classroom. This is a massive misconception concerning this group of students. Each of them is unique and special and there a number of factors that will impact how they like to learn and the strategies that will impact them.
Another issue that I have to take into account is my own personality and teaching style can really impact my students. They spend a great deal of time with us during the day and its important we make them feel safe, welcomed, and engaged. I need to ensure that I am communicating with my students when it comes to understanding new material. It is also  important that I act as their advocate for success in the classroom.

Article link
http://www.socialstudies.org/sites/default/files/publications/se/6402/640210.html

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