Examining Ecuadorian Teachers' Perspectives on Their Students' Multiculturalism
Saved in:
| Title: | Examining Ecuadorian Teachers' Perspectives on Their Students' Multiculturalism |
|---|---|
| Language: | English |
| Authors: | Burgin, Ximena, Daniel, Mayra |
| Source: | Intercultural Education. 2020 31(4):482-488. |
| Availability: | Routledge. Available from: Taylor & Francis, Ltd. 530 Walnut Street Suite 850, Philadelphia, PA 19106. Tel: 800-354-1420; Tel: 215-625-8900; Fax: 215-207-0050; Web site: http://www.tandf.co.uk/journals |
| Peer Reviewed: | Y |
| Page Count: | 7 |
| Publication Date: | 2020 |
| Document Type: | Journal Articles Reports - Research |
| Education Level: | Secondary Education |
| Descriptors: | Teacher Attitudes, Student Diversity, Multilingualism, Secondary School Teachers, Cultural Pluralism, Culturally Relevant Education, Foreign Countries, Classroom Techniques, Cross Cultural Training, American Indian Languages, Cultural Awareness |
| Geographic Terms: | Ecuador |
| DOI: | 10.1080/14675986.2020.1766197 |
| ISSN: | 1467-5986 |
| Abstract: | This study investigated Ecuadorian teachers' attitudes towards multilingual students. This work was informed by findings from two previous studies consisting of observations and interviews with secondary school teachers. In this mixed methods study, 26 teachers completed a 22-question Likert Scale questionnaire that explored their awareness of the influences of students' cultural norms on classroom instruction. In small focus groups, participants responded to three open-ended questions documenting their definition of multiculturalism and philosophies of how to create a culturally responsive classroom. Findings suggest that Ecuador's teachers are aware of the diversity within their country but report their training did not stress the pedagogical need to consider cultural influences on teaching and learning. |
| Abstractor: | As Provided |
| Entry Date: | 2020 |
| Accession Number: | EJ1264086 |
| Database: | ERIC |
Be the first to leave a comment!
