OLCulturalCompetenceinFamilyChildCare1.5hrCHOICES

This course is an understanding of what cultural competence is and how Family Child Care providers can implement a culturally diverse environment while encouraging relationships with peers and families. 

Child Growth and Development
1.9 Encourages and supports Dual Language Learners
a. Recognizes the major differences and similarities between various cultural groups within the early childhood setting.
b. Uses knowledge of the cultural characteristics of the Dual Language Learning population to enhance learning. 
c. Supports the variable rate of individual language development and communication strategies used by children as they acquire the English language.
d. Includes both adult-directed and child-directed activities for social, emotional, and language development, allowing for Dual Language Learners to express their personal creativity and curiosity.

Family and Community Relationships
2.1 Respects families and is responsive to language, culture, family characteristics, needs, concerns, and priorities
d. Recognizes and acknowledges that culture, language, socioeconomic factors, support systems, and special needs may influence how families nurture their children.
f. Empowers family strengths and supports diverse needs, including those of Dual Language Learners.
g. Takes time to learn about families' race, religion, home language, family structure, employment situation, other child care arran
i. Recognizes the benefits of inclusion for children, families, early childhood professionals, and communities.

Environment and Curriculum
4.1 Develops and models genuine, supportive relationships
e. Creates opportunities for children of different races, cultures, languages, abilities, and genders to work and play together.

Agenda
Welcome/Introduction
Icebreaker
Cultural Competence
Factors contributing to Cultural Diversity
Dual Language Learners
Poverty
Building relationships with families

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