Multicultural Action Plan

What I enjoy about teaching Spanish is that there are many unique cultures inside the language. In order to understand the Spanish language, you have to understand the cultures behind it. Also, I believe that every student has potential to try their best, and I will be available to every student to reach their full potential.


Ten ways to fulfill my philosophy:

1. Students will be learning about the different cultures of Spain and Latin America throughout their time in Spanish.
2. While learning about these cultures, the students will be making comparisons to their own culture as well as connections to their lives.
3. Students will learn about the Latin American culture in various ways such as music and a variety of projects.
4. In order for every student to reach full potential, I have to be able to understand their learning style.
5. At the beginning of the school year, I will issue each student a questionnaire that asks about their interests and learning styles.
6. Students will be mixed together during group work so no one is segregated or feels left out.
7. In small groups, students will be learning to work together through community building activities such as scavenger hunts and other activities to get to know each other.
8. Students will also be able to work out their differences by answering a questionnaire about the advantages and disadvantages of group work, and they will be able to figure out their own strengths and weaknesses working in groups.
9. Students will be learning about conflict resolution by doing activities such as the I-message, which teaches students how to express their feelings in a calm and positive manner.
10. The most important thing is that I need to be the role model and be available to ALL students when they need help, create a safe learning environment, and accept EVERY student for who they are.