Children in a Multicultural Context
Fall & Spring
| 3 credits
| Core course
| Study Tour:
Western Denmark (Multicultural Context)
|
Istanbul (Multicultural Context)
Majors:
Child Development,
Education,
and
Minority Studies
Based on readings and student experiences at their practicum sites, this seminar examines practices 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.
In a globalized world, the concept of multiculturalism in relation to children and families is highly dependent on the community context. In order to understand the challenges Denmark faces with an influx of immigrants, students deeply investigate the concept of a ‘Nordic childhood’ and how these pedagogical foundations are challenged by outside points of view.
Although this course will employ educational and psychological perspectives, students will also be required to approach topics from sociological, cultural, and anthropological standpoints.
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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Subhi Sbahi Biehl
MA in Material Culture and Educational studies (Danish School of Education Århus University, 2011). BA in Multicultural Education (2004, Denmark). BA in Industrial Management (Baghdad University, Iraq). Worked with Danish Red Cross, Danish Refugee Council, Minority youth and children at different childcare institutions and at the International Bernadotte school, Denmark. With DIS as guest lecturer since 2008. Is currently a Teaching Assitant for the Children with Special Needs course.
