Differences between the values and goals of education programs and those of the families and cultures within our classrooms can vary greatly. Considering this information, what are common issues that can stem from these differences (ex: disciplinary expectations, communication expectations with families, etc)? After identifying at least three different issues use the questions below to help structure the dialogue with your peers:
- Which skills do you think you would need in order to appropriately address these issues? (Please correlate the skill with the issue)
- Why would having this skill be useful in dealing with this issue?
- What happens if it does not work? What else could you try? What other resources would you want access to?