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ERIC Number: EJ629286
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 2001
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ISSN: ISSN-0031-7217
The Gardeners' Story: Teaching and Cross-Cultural Communication.
Valadez, Gilbert
Phi Delta Kappan, v82 n9 p666-69 May 2001
A teacher might demonstrate respect for immigrant children by a willingness to be awkward in dialogue with them, use body language and voice intonation, investigate their cultural heritage, and recognize the hardships faced by immigrant families. Showing intentness and commitment to bridging language gaps is equally important. (MLH)
Descriptors: Elementary Education, English (Second Language), Gardening, Immigrants, Intercultural Communication, Language Attitudes, Mexicans, Second Language Instruction, Teacher Attitudes
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Evaluative
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Language: English
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Identifiers: Commitment; Respect