Children in a Multicultural Context
Early Summer Session 2
| 3 credits
| Study Tour:
Based on readings and student experiences at their practicum sites, this seminar examines practices revolving around the terms ethnic diversity, the good childhood, ethnicity and multiculturalism in Danish culture, education and social policy. Cultural and educational issues such as teaching practices, intercultural communication and learning, multilingualism, the influence of culture on education and Nordic philosophies on nature and play will be thoroughly examined.
Includes practicum in Copenhagen and a study tour to Istanbul, Turkey.
Please note: As part of the required practicum component of this course, you will work directly with children in this program. Danish law requires that any individuals who work with children must obtain "criminal clearance" from state or local authorities prior to leaving the United States (or your country of citizenship). You are responsible for arranging the clearance and obtaining a copy of your background check showing a clear criminal history from your local police station and then bringing it with you to Copenhagen.
Instructors
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Maja Sbahi-Biehl
Cand.comm. (Communication and Educational Studies, Roskilde University, 2004). B.A. (Speech and Communication, San Francisco State University, 1998). Interpreter and pedagogical supervisor for Turkish youth, Farum municipality, 1999-2000. With DIS since 2005.
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Judith Wagner
M.A. in education, University of Toledo. Ph.D. in child development and teacher education, University of Pittsburgh. Holds credentials in preschool, elementary and secondary education, and has taught at all levels, from preschool to university. Director, Broadoaks Children's School at Whittier College, since 1984. Visiting faculty in Summer 2012.
