Cross Cultural Communication in ECE for the 21st Century
Build the knowledge, skills, and reflective practices needed to communicate effectively across cultural differences — with children, with families, and with your colleagues.
How to navigate this course
Introductions
Course Overview
Who is in our classrooms?
Who's Who?
Why Cross-Cultural Communication Is a 21st Century Skill
Key Takeaways
Quiz 1 - What Did You Learn?
We All Have Culture!
What's Your 'Normal'?
Recognizing Assumptions Across Cultures
The Cultural Iceberg
Self Reflection
What Is Culturally Responsive Practice?
Classroom Communication Strategies
Creating a Culturally Inclusive Classroom Environment
Quiz 2 - What Did You Learn?
The Importance of Family Engagement
Strategies for Culturally Responsive Family Communication
Understanding Families Within Their Cultural Context
Understanding and Communicating with Families
Your Action Plan
Quiz 3 - What Did You Learn?
Family Reflection