Have you ever experienced a misunderstanding about an assignment or classroom activity with a student from a different culture? Come to this session to learn more about high-context and low-context cultural assumptions, where “Americans” and other cultures are on this spectrum, and how a student’s cultural background greatly influences their verbal and written communication and academic work. We will discuss how high and low-context issues can impact the social/emotional dynamics in our multicultural classrooms and discover and share techniques for better communication and outcomes.
Presenters: Amy Blum, Elizabeth Stein, Leda Longwood, and Connie Mathews
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