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EDU 341 Module 2
Homework 2: Culture and Culture as a Factor in ELL’s Learning
Due Module 2 Week 2 2.1. Define Culture: Take some time to research a few definitions of culture. Then, in the box provided below, write your own definition of culture and a definition of what culture is not.
2.2. Cultural Adaptation
We discussed the stages of culture shock in this week’s content. Take a moment to reflect on what you learned and review the stages of cultural shock. In each box below discuss the physical, social, or internal adjustments are associated with each stage. Also discuss any of your experiences with the phases of culture shock. 1.
Honeymoon
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Culture is..…..
A specific group of people is defined by their culture, which is the complex web of shared values, beliefs, behaviors, objects of value, and social activities. It includes the way a group of people express their identity collectively, influencing how they engage with one another, view the world, and pass down their culture from one generation to the next. Language, art, rituals, traditions, and social standards are just a few examples of how culture expresses itself. It offers a framework that helps people make sense of the world and their place in it.
Culture is not……. Culture is not fixed nor identical, nor is it limited to one strict set of customs or laws. It is better to see it as a dynamic, ever-evolving phenomenon that represents the diversity found within a society rather than as a single, unified thing. Culture should not be exploited as a means of discrimination or superiority because it is neither exclusive nor exclusive. Furthermore, culture shouldn't be minimized to superficial aspects like dietary habits or attire since these are merely surface-level manifestations that could miss the more complex, deeper levels that characterize a group's way of life. Essentially, culture is a complex and diverse tapestry that depends on variety and flexibility rather than a rigid, one-size-fits-all idea.
2.
Frustration
3.
Adjustment 4. Acceptance
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Physical Modifications: Novelty, excitement, and curiosity may result in heightened energy and exploration.
Social Adjustments: Initially friendly, curious, and receptive to new things.
Internal Modifications: Positivity and curiosity about differences.
Stage of frustration
Physical Adjustments: Being in strange settings can cause fatigue, disorientation, and stress.
Social Adjustments: Anger, withdraw, and trouble expressing oneself or interpreting social signs.
Adjustments within loneliness, homesickness, and anxiety.
Stage of Adjustment:
Physical Modifications: Increased comfort and a gradual adjustment to the surroundings.
Social adjustments include forming bonds with others, getting better at communicating, and feeling like you belong.
Internal adjustments include emotional stability, acceptance, and a deeper understanding of culture.
2.3
Research and brainstorm a list of at least 5 activities (and where you found the idea or source) that you could use to help assist ELLs with overcoming Cultural Shock at any of the levels and make your classroom a welcoming environment. Use the following links to help you: http://www.colorincolorado.org/article/how-create-welcoming-classroom-environment
ESL students and culture shock (internationalschooltutors.de)
1.
Cultural Exchange Workshops:
Activity: Organize interactive workshops where students share aspects of their own culture, such as traditional food, customs, or celebrations.
Source: Adapted from research on intercultural exchange programs promoting cultural understanding (e.g., Bennett, M. J., 2009).
2. Language and Cultural Buddies:
Activity: Pair ELLs with native speakers or culturally experienced peers for language practice and cultural insights.
Source: Inspired by language exchange programs and research on the positive impact of peer support (e.g., Deardorff, D. K., 2006).
3. Multicultural Literature Circles:
Activity: Integrate literature from diverse cultures into the curriculum, allowing students to
explore and discuss themes, perspectives, and values.
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Stage of acceptance:
Physical Adjustments: Complete environment acclimation and smooth interaction.
Social adjustments include a strong sense of community and proficiency with social cues.
Internal Adjustments: a sense of belonging and the incorporation of cultural elements into one's personal identity.
I have no personal experience. However, when people are exposed to other cultures, they could notice that they fluctuate through various stages. It's critical to understand that adaptation requires time and effort, and that culture shock is a typical component of the adjustment process. A more seamless transition through these stages can be facilitated by actively participating in the new culture, asking for help when needed, and keeping an open mind.
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Source: Informed by research emphasizing the benefits of multicultural literature in education (e.g., Sleeter, C. E., & Stillman, J., 2005).
4.
Cultural Reflection Journals:
Activity: Encourage ELLs to maintain personal journals reflecting on their cultural experiences, challenges, and triumphs.
Source: Inspired by studies highlighting the effectiveness of reflective writing in promoting cultural awareness (e.g., Byram, M., 1997).
5.
Culturally Inclusive Classroom Decor:
Activity: Decorate the classroom with displays that represent the diverse cultures of the students, creating a visually inclusive environment.
Source: Informed by research on the impact of a culturally responsive physical environment (e.g., Gay, G., 2010).
Type of
Resource
Title /
Name
Source
Description
Educational
Song
"Hello to All the Children of the World"
https://youtu.be/rqAuoeAakbY?si=43JwqfZSn0ytzkmv
Play this upbeat song to instruct children on how to say hello to friends who live abroad. It's an entertaining method to explain the concept of a global community to kids.
Book
"Whoever
You Are" by Mem Fox
Library or local bookstore
introduces young children to the idea that even though people may be different, we all share feelings and experiences.
Video
Sesame Street: "We All Sing with the Same
Voice"
https://youtu.be/MYXJlfcfFKU?si=CgThjIq9GVJZEK34
Show kids that regardless of our skin tone or origin, we can all sing
and play together by watching this Sesame Street song.
Online Activity
"Colors of
Us" Coloring Pages
https://www.supercoloring.com/coloring-pages/
diversity
Print out these coloring pages that honor different skin tones. Children are encouraged by this activity to recognize and value the stunning range of colors that exist in the world.
Storybook
"The Crayon Box That Talked" Local library or bookstore
Using crayons, this charming book illustrates how every color has unique qualities and significance, much like individuals
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by Shane
Derolf
with diverse origins and abilities.
Lesson Plan
Houses and homes around the world
https://www.education.com/lesson-plan/houses-and-
homes/
With the help of this lesson plan, young students will learn about the various kinds of homes found throughout the world. Students will use critical thinking abilities to
investigate how weather, environment, and other factors affect the types of houses that are created in different regions with the aid of Ann Morris' book Houses and Homes. After then, kids will sketch an image of their own house. This lesson, which is intended for kindergarteners and first graders, is a fantastic approach to get young minds talking about variety, communities, and cultures.
Educational
Game
"Family members
memory Game"
https://www.freddiesville.com/games/family-members-
memory-game/
Practice listening to family members' English spellings and matching them to the appropriate images or pictures they represent. Students' word recognition abilities will increase thanks to this entertaining and interactive game. Creating possibilities for student-driven English learning is the aim. For learners who are tactile, auditory, or visual, this game is excellent.
Podcast
"Sesame Street Podcast: Respect"
https://www.kidzsearch.com/kidztube/sesame-street-
respect-word-on-the-street-podcast_391ca925f.html
Enjoy kid-friendly tales and melodies with iconic Sesame Street characters that impart moral lessons like compassion and respect.
Multicultura
l Craft
"Around the World
Collage"
https://www.teachstarter.com/
Encourage kids to make a collage
out of images of kids from all over
the world. This art encourages imagination and a respect for variety around the world.
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2.4 Cultural Resources:
You will complete a Culture Kit Assignment in this course. You will find and annotate 20 resources that assist in cultural understanding and communication techniques. Using the internet, resources from the module, textbooks, videos, films, lessons, and any other materials, collect a sample of culture-related resources for the teachers, parents, and other stakeholders
. This will be a first step in creating a set of materials that you can use to develop cultural competence and to teach with greater cultural knowledge and sensitivity. Include at least 10 resources. An example has been provided for you. 2.5 Effect of Culture on SLA and Academic Achievement:
Locate at least 3 resources that answer the question, “What effect does culture have on Second Language Acquisition or Academic Achievement?” Resource
How the resource answer the question, “What effect
does culture have on Second Language Acquisition or
Academic Achievement?”
Research Article: "The Impact of Culture on Second Language Acquisition"
https://www.childresearch.net/papers/language/2006_01.html
This scholarly article discusses how cultural factors influe
various aspects of second language acquisition. It may c
topics such as cultural background, language attitudes, a
sociolinguistic aspects affecting language learning outco
Book: "Culture and Second Language Acquisition" by James P. Lantolf and Steven L. Thorne
https://link.springer.com/book/10.1007/978-3-642-20201-8
The complex connection between culture and learning a
second language is examined in this book. It might explo
how language learners' cognitive processes, communica
techniques, and general language competency are shap
by their cultural setting.
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Journal Article: "Cultural Factors in Second Language Acquisition: A Case Study"
https://link.springer.com/book/10.1007/978-3-642-20201-8
This case study examines how cultural background affec
the learning of a second language and academic performance in a particular setting. Analyses of educatio
policies, cultural adaptation, and language learning techniques may be included.
2.6 Communicating with Parents: Interview two teachers at your field placement. Find out how strategies they use to communicate with parents of English Language Learners. In the box below, discuss at least five
of the strategies they have implemented. You can use the following links for additional ideas on how to communicate with parents: http://www.colorincolorado.org/article/how-reach-out-parents-ells
http://www.colorincolorado.org/guide/guide-engaging-ell-families-twenty-strategies-school-
leaders
NOTE: Please do not skip this section. If you haven’t been placed or do not have a cooperating teacher, you are expected to use the links provided to research ideas for how you will communicate with parents as a future teacher. Points are deducted for skipping sections. Page 7
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During my interview with two teachers at my placement I learned they use these five resources to communicate with parents of English language learners
Using ESOL Para’s, Google translator, Language Line translating service, Parent workshops and training, Cultural Sensitivity Training
By leveraging technology to improve communication, these tactics encourage the development of a supportive and inclusive learning environment by bridging the gap between instructors and parents of English language learners. Setting up websites or applications that deliver crucial updates, homework, and school notifications could be one
way to do this and give parents convenient access to information. putting on sessions intended especially for ELL parents. Topics including the educational system, help with homework, and methods to encourage language development at home can all be covered in these sessions. Facilitating a cooperative atmosphere promotes proactive involvement. Provideing cultural competence training to school employees, including instructors. This involves being aware of the many cultural backgrounds that ELL kids and their families come from, as this can help with communication.