Cross-Cultural Considerations in Supporting Bereaved Students

2017 ◽  
pp. 70-81
Author(s):  
Sandra A. López
Keyword(s):  
Cultural Values ◽  
Cultural Awareness ◽  
Cultural Humility ◽  
Grief And Loss ◽  
Culturally Competent ◽  
Beliefs And Practices ◽  
Cultural Considerations ◽  
School Based ◽  
Evidence Based Guidelines ◽  
Diverse Cultures

This chapter provides school-based practitioners with practical evidence-based guidelines for developing culturally relevant responses to support bereaved students of diverse cultures. The chapter highlights culturally competent approaches, explores key cultural considerations for assessing the significance of culture in the student’s life, helps school-based practitioners identify unique and important cultural values, beliefs, and practices, encourages cultural conversations, and facilitates healthy grieving through cultural understanding and appreciation. Culture is often a major determinant in how one perceives and navigates the world in circumstances of grief and loss. Therefore, it is of paramount importance for school-based practitioners to know how best to support culturally diverse bereaved students. The importance of the practitioner’s developing his or her own cultural awareness and cultural humility is emphasized.

scholarly journals A reflexive exercise to promote cultural humility among doctoral nursing students

2016 ◽  
Vol 7 (5) ◽  
pp. 68 ◽  
Author(s):  
Beth Mastel-Smith ◽  
Susan Yarbrough
Keyword(s):  
Nursing Students ◽  
Doctoral Students ◽  
Cultural Awareness ◽  
Cultural Humility ◽  
Self Awareness ◽  
Nursing Research ◽  
Transcultural Nursing ◽  
Course Grades ◽  
Values And Beliefs ◽  
Conducting Research

Background: The U.S. population is becoming increasingly diverse; however, nursing remains a predominantly Caucasian profession. To promote positive outcomes among diverse patients, nurses must rely on rigorous transcultural research. When conducting research with people different from oneself, knowledge of one’s own values and beliefs is a necessary first step. In Transcultural Nursing Research, a required doctoral course, the first assignment is a reflexive exercise followed by online discussion about one’s personal culture and the origins of values and beliefs. Objectives: To (a) examine students’ responses to a reflexive exercise for evidence of cultural self-awareness, cultural humility, and insights gained and (b) assess the effectiveness of the teaching method.Methods: The setting was online within the Learning Management System (LMS), Blackboard. Participants: The sample consisted of twelve doctoral students enrolled in Transcultural Nursing Research. Methods: Student consent was obtained after course grades were submitted. Data was extracted from the LMS, de-identified, coded, categorized and collapsed into themes.Results: Four themes emerged from the data: “different versus familiar”, “cultural experiences”, “memories” and “reflections and implications”.Conclusions: Posts reflected insight into cultural awareness, values and humility. Students identified growth opportunities for themselves and their children. Suggestions for future education and research are presented.

scholarly journals Evidence-based practices of effective fire safety education programming for children

2021 ◽  
Vol 10.47389/36 (No 2) ◽  
pp. 34-41
Author(s):  
Kamarah Pooley ◽  
Sonia Nunez ◽  
Mark Whybro
Keyword(s):  
Fire Safety ◽  
Evidence Based ◽  
Safety Education ◽  
Education Programs ◽  
Evidence Based Practices ◽  
Fire Services ◽  
School Based ◽  
The World ◽  
Evidence Based Guidelines ◽  
Safety Knowledge

School-based fire safety education programs are implemented by fire services organisations around the world to improve children’s fire safety knowledge and skills. Such education is considered the single most modifiable strategy that fire services organisations can implement to reduce the risk that children will misuse fire or be harmed by fire. Despite this, there are no overarching and evidence-based guidelines for the development of new programs or the evaluation and modification of existing ones. To fill this void, a rapid evidence assessment of existing literature was conducted. Results revealed 25 evidence-based practices that held true in a variety of contexts and methodologically diverse studies. These practices inform an empirical framework that can be used to guide fire safety education programs for children.

A look inside school-based consultation: A qualitative study of the beliefs and practices of school psychologists and teachers.

2002 ◽  
Vol 17 (3) ◽  
pp. 258-298 ◽  
Author(s):  
Michelle S. Athanasiou ◽  
Molly Geil ◽  
Cynthia E. Hazel ◽  
Ellis P. Copeland
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Study ◽  
School Psychologists ◽  
Beliefs And Practices ◽  
School Based

Cross-Cultural Perspectives on Technology-Enhanced Language Learning

2018 ◽  
pp. 1-15 ◽  
Author(s):  
Somaye Piri ◽  
Sahar Riahi
Keyword(s):  
Language Learning ◽  
Cultural Awareness ◽  
Intercultural Communicative Competence ◽  
Intercultural Understanding ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Intercultural Communications ◽  
Positive Attitudes ◽  
The People ◽  
Computer Mediated ◽  
Diverse Cultures

Cultural awareness and intercultural understanding are crucial parts of learning a new language. However, not everyone has the chance to have face-to-face interaction with the people from diverse cultures. Computer-mediated technologies are favorable tools that can help learners to engage in intercultural communications. This chapter aims at intercultural learning through technology-enhanced language learning. Five main themes have emerged as the result of literature review alongside a report on major research descriptive. The literature revealed that there are 1) positive attitudes toward using digital tools in intercultural language learning, 2) the development of critical cultural awareness and intercultural communicative competence, 3) opportunities for improving all aspects of language learning. However, 4) textbooks are still the predominant learning resource, and 5) a necessity is felt for special technical skills and competencies. This study is helpful to consider the existing challenges and find new directions for future investigations.

Students Responding to Natural Disasters and Terrorism

2012 ◽  
pp. 229-250
Author(s):  
Ryan P. Kilmer ◽  
Virginia Gil-Rivas ◽  
Steven J. Hardy
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Mental Health Professionals ◽  
Health Professionals ◽  
School Mental Health ◽  
School Setting ◽  
School Personnel ◽  
Emotional Needs ◽  
Cultural Considerations ◽  
School Based ◽  
The Impact

This chapter seeks to help teachers and school mental health professionals understand the needs of students who have faced a disaster or terrorism and identify strategies for school-based responses. The chapter provides an overview of the effects of these events on school children and youths, including relevant developmental and cultural considerations, and the impact on the school setting. Then, the discussion emphasizes recommendations for, and possible responses by, teachers, school-based mental health professionals, and administrators. Indeed, just as these traumas can affect multiple levels of school children’s lives, the needed response of school-based professionals can be framed as multi-level, ranging from curricular modification to interventions specifically targeting youngsters’ socio-emotional needs. The sections that follow seek to inform and guide responses for school personnel and provide clear, “actionable” recommendations.

Supporting Diverse Learners with Autism through a Culturally Responsive Visual Communication Intervention

2020 ◽  
pp. 105345122096309
Author(s):  
Katherine J. Bateman ◽  
Sarah Emily Wilson
Keyword(s):  
Social Skills ◽  
Social Engagement ◽  
Visual Communication ◽  
Cultural Awareness ◽  
Culturally Responsive ◽  
Children With Disabilities ◽  
Linguistically Diverse ◽  
Cultural Considerations ◽  
Linguistically Diverse Students ◽  
Significant Area

Rates of inclusion for children with disabilities continue to increase. Schools are also experiencing an increase in culturally and linguistically diverse students. As such, the diversity of children in classrooms across the country continues to dramatically shift and teachers are challenged to implement culturally responsive and relevant interventions. Social skills are a significant area of development for which children with disabilities frequently require intervention. Yet, important considerations regarding cultural awareness and relevancy should be made when implementing social skills interventions as research emphasizes the necessity of diverse representation in interventions. This column discusses the implementation and cultural considerations of a visual communication support used to increase social engagement among children during mealtimes.

The Assessment of Athletic Training Students' Knowledge and Behavior to Provide Culturally Competent Care

2015 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
pp. 82-90 ◽  
Author(s):  
Suzette Marie Nynas
Keyword(s):  
Athletic Training ◽  
Cultural Competency ◽  
Mixed Methods Research ◽  
Cultural Awareness ◽  
Culturally Competent ◽  
Athletic Training Students ◽  
Culturally Competent Care ◽  
Knowledge And Skills ◽  
Study Approach ◽  
And Behavior

Context Culturally competent knowledge and skills are critical for all healthcare professionals to possess in order to provide the most appropriate health care for their patients and clients. Objective To investigate athletic training students' knowledge of culture and cultural differences, to assess the practice of culturally competent care, and to determine efficacy of cultural competency instruction. Design A mixed methods research design with a case study approach was utilized for this study. Setting This study was conducted in an athletic training course over a 2-week time period. Patients or Other Participants Ten athletic training students enrolled in a professional athletic training program at the master's level participated in this project. Sampling of participants was purposeful and based on convenience. Data Collection and Analysis The Cultural Competence Assessment (CCA) instrument was administered and analyzed to determine athletic training students' cultural awareness, sensitivity, and behavior. An assessment questionnaire and focus group were used to determine the athletic training students' experiences in diversity and cultural competency education, to evaluate the efficacy of classroom activities, and to solicit athletic training students' feedback for recommendation regarding the delivery of cultural competency knowledge and skills in the athletic training curriculum. Results The study revealed that athletic training students demonstrated good cultural awareness and sensitivity. However, it was also discovered that athletic training students were less likely to practice culturally competent care. Conclusion(s) Both didactic and clinical experiences increased athletic training students' cultural competency; however, athletic training students wanted to spend more time on cultural competency within the curriculum. Athletic training students also believed it was important to use various tools to teach about cultural competency.

scholarly journals Literasi Sains Berbasis Nilai-Nilai Islam dan Budaya Indonesia

2017 ◽  
Vol 6 (1) ◽  
pp. 137 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ardian Asyhari
Keyword(s):  
Literature Review ◽  
Cultural Values ◽  
Community Involvement ◽  
Scientific Literacy ◽  
Cultural Awareness ◽  
Science Literacy ◽  
Learning Experience ◽  
Science And Technology ◽  
Integrated Approach ◽  
Islamic Values

Community involvement in science and technology are rapidly developing was not matched by the religious and cultural awareness. The method in this study is a literature review that discusses the idea of Scientific Literacy based on Islamic and Indonesian Cultural values (SLIC). This article discusses (1) How to model scientific literacy based on Islamic values and culture Indonesia? (2) How can Science Literacy contribute to the awareness of religion (Islam) and Indonesian culture? And (3) What is the related issue of scientific literacy, Islamic values, and Indonesian Cultural values? Of the studies that have done, the model LSIB initiated by using an integrated approach interdisciplinary with KNOW / BE / DO Bridge as the concept of a link between science literacy, Islamic values, and the values of culture which in practice can transfer through education (learning experience) that oriented values.Keterlibatan masyarakat dalam ilmu pengetahuan dan teknologi yang berkembang dengan pesat, ternyata tidak diimbangi dengan kesadaran dalam beragama dan berbudaya. Metode pada kajian ini adalah kajian literatur yang membahas gagasan tentang Literasi Sains Berbasis Nilai Islam dan Budaya Indonesia (LSIB). Artikel ini mendiskusikan tentang (1) Bagaimana model literasi sains berbasis nilai-nilai Islam dan Budaya Indonesia? (2) Bagaimana Literasi Sains dapat berkontribusi terhadap kesadaran beragama (Islam) dan berbudaya Indonesia?; dan (3) Adakah isu terkait tentang literasi sains, Nilai-nilai Islam, dan Budaya Indonesia? Dari kajian yang telah dilakukan, model LSIB yang digagas menggunakan pendekatan integrasi interdisipliner dengan KNOW/BE/DO Bridge sebagai konsep penghubung antara literasi sains, nilai-nilai Islam, dan Nilai-nilai Budaya yang dalam praktiknya dapat ditransfer melalui pendidikan (pengalaman belajar) yang berorientasi pada nilai-nilai

scholarly journals Literasi Media Terhadap Nilai Budaya Remaja Keturunan Tionghoa Di Kota Tangerang

2020 ◽  
Vol 2 (3) ◽  
pp. 267-272
Author(s):  
Irmulansati Tomohardjo ◽  
Noviana Noviana
Keyword(s):  
New Media ◽  
Cultural Values ◽  
Media Literacy ◽  
Cultural Awareness ◽  
Information Access ◽  
Cultural Value ◽  
Social Phenomena ◽  
Communication Processes ◽  
Chinese Descent ◽  
Research Concept

This study aims to find out how media literacy is the cultural value of teenagers of Chinese descent in the China Benteng Tangerang area. This research uses a case study method, which describes social phenomena, with data collection techniques through in-depth interviews with three speakers. The research concept used is media literacy. The results showed that adolescents of Chinese descent in the China Benteng Tangerang region had cultural awareness and understanding of intercultural interaction. They are able to optimize new media for communication processes, interactions, information access needs and the process of disseminating cultural values. They are open to different cultures, and feel the value of nationalism becomes the main when its role as a member of the community, even though descendants peranakan.

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