PRFTRN 126 - Cultural Competence and Diversity

0.5 Credit(s) | Lecture |
Course can be counted for credit once

Description:
Head Start has a long, rich history of serving culturally and linguistically diverse populations,and Head Start program are steadily increasing the number of enrolled families and children who come from diverse cultural background and whose home language is other than English. It has become critical that program develop culturally responsive practice and services to meet these challenges needs. This session on diversity will integrate concepts of inclusiveness and diversity to help participants develop common language around concepts, terms, and approaches to diversity. Interactive activities will provide opportunities for self-reflection, and support awareness of cultural diversity. Participants will begin to develop strategies to integrate/address cultural factors and issues that impact their practice. Participants will develop an action plan for implementing changes in their classrooms that better support children and families from different cultures.

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