Preparing teachers to work in a multicultural classroom
Keywords:
multiculturalism, teacher training, intercultural competence, inclusive pedagogy, cultural diversityAbstract
Multiculturalization of the educational environment poses new challenges for teachers that require special training. The purpose of the study is to identify the key competencies necessary for a teacher to work effectively in a multicultural classroom and to substantiate the model of their formation. Theoretical (analysis, synthesis, modeling) and empirical methods (survey, observation, study of products of activity) were used. A survey of 120 teachers and 10 expert interviews were conducted. The sample is targeted, criteria-based. The data were processed by methods of descriptive and inductive statistics, discourse analysis. 4 groups of competencies of a multicultural teacher have been identified: (1) ethnocultural awareness; (2) inclusive communication; (3) didactics of diversity; (4) Social mediation. A three-phase training model has been developed that integrates theoretical, practical and reflexive components. Discussion. The proposed model expands the understanding of the content and formats of teacher training for work in conditions of cultural diversity. Its implementation will contribute to overcoming ethnocentrism in education and more fully realizing the potential of multiculturalism. The prospects of approbation and validation of the model are outlined.
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