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Description of Training session: This training will discuss the importance of cultural awareness in an early childhood educational program as well as strategies to incorporate multiculturalism into the program.   

Training Content (agenda): 
• Discussion Activity 
• Multicultural issues in ECE 
• Discussion Activity 
• Solutions

Core Knowledge: Child Growth and Development and Family and Community Relationships 
Core Competencies: 
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
e. Provides a language rich environment using “natural” language and communication patterns to support and develop the vocabulary and knowledge base of children learning English
2.1 Respects families and is responsive to language, culture, family characteristics, needs, concerns, and priorities
g. Takes time to learn about families’ race, religion, home language, family structure, employment situation, other child care arrangements, as well as their values and beliefs about childhood, education, and intervention

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