My preparation would be like a broad overview that helps
me better comprehend the new family. At the time, it may make the family feel
valued and welcomed to the program. In addition, if the family sees how I prepared
the environment and myself, this would help us build a more solid relationship
that will benefit the not only the child, but the whole family, myself, and the
program.
Saturday, December 15, 2012
6164 Week 7. Welcoming a family from Montenegro
Being a teacher in an early childhood program, the child
who is coming to my class is from Montenegro and in order to prepare myself to
better work with him and his family I would research the different languages that
are spoken in their native country. It needed, I would look for an interpreter
or in the internet for ways to communicate with them. I would also research traditions that are
culturally representative, as well as some other practices that are common in
Montenegro. Learning about the possible hierarchy that families in the country may
have would help me avoid unintentional offenses or misunderstandings with the
family. I would look for some posters or images related to Montenegro and post
them around the classroom, explaining to other children that a new child is
coming and those images are related to his native country. Adding some books
and other materials –like musical instruments or alike traditional toys-related
to their traditions and country, would make the child and his family feel represented
at and more valued by the program. Learning about the way people dress in
Montenegro would help me find some representative garments that can be added to
the house area, in order for the child to wear.
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I enjoyed reading your post. Why did you choose Montenegro? Do you think it would be difficult to find traditional toys and clothing to put out in the play areas for the students in your region/area?
ReplyDeleteHi Candice,
DeleteI just chose Montenegro because it is a country I did not know anything about.
I do not think that finding traditional toys and clothing from my area would be difficult, but from a country like Montenegro, where I currently do not know anybody who is from here may be a challenge.
Thanks for your comment!
Caty,
ReplyDeleteI agree that we need to learn some basic etiquette of the culture so we don't offend someone. You are right I think people appreciate the fact that we have taken the time to try to respect and adjust our behavior accordingly.
Caty,
ReplyDeleteYour post reminded me about the importance of family hierarchy, and how quick we can offend without this knowledge. I'm glad I read your post for this reminder!
Caty,
ReplyDeleteWhen teachers welcome students from new countries, it is important for them to conduct research on the country and the individual family. I would suggest that teachers have a meeting with the family to discuss the class and to learn about the family's culture. This will provide information for the teachers to create effective strategis for including the family. Thank you for sharing your views on the family hierarchy.
Caty,
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed reading your insightful post. You offered lots of great strategies to prepare for the arrival of your new student and his family. I think it is great how you are going to learn about traditions that are culturally representative of their country. I also loved how you are going to include instruments, toys, and garments in your classroom that would prepresent the child's country/culture. It is very important for teachers to make the child and his/her family feel welcome in the classroom. I feel you have clearly demonstrated that you value who they are and their culture.