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"Communicating Cross-Culturally: What Teachers Should Know By Yvonne…
"Communicating Cross-Culturally: What Teachers Should Know
By Yvonne Pratt-Johnson
ELLs are the fastest-growing group of students in education today.
5.4 Million now
Teachers must become effective cross-cultural communicators.
Teachers must understand how cultures differ under the surface and how cultures respond differently to similar situations.
Understanding 6 common cultural differences can help
Ways of Knowing
Some cultures place greater value on knowledge accumulated through oral tradition.
Info could be gathered in research from libraries and the internet--these cultures appreciate measurable evidence
Ways of solving problems
Who would you save on a sinking boat?
Americans
Spouse
Children
Asians
Mother
Ways of communicating non-verbally
Avoiding eye contact because it is a sign of disrespect
Smiling out of embarassment or fear to ask questions
Rare smiles because it is considered shallow
Ways of learning
US: Collaborative and student-centered
Other cultures: teacher is the sole authority
Ways of dealing with conflict
U.S.: deal with it directly
Asian: no face-to-face negotiation
Ways of using symbols
Example: swastika in U.S. culture vs. Indian
Will grow to 40% of all students by 2030
Culture is complex
Discussion: Practical tips
Build relationships with students and parents
Listen empathetically
Find a cultural interpreter who can help you
Look for resources: books, articles, the internet