CONT942: Teaching and Learning in an Intercultural Setting

Course Schedule

Registration will remain open until 4pm EST on the posted registration deadline date.

Course Description

As the number of English language learners in BC schools continues to rise, this elective course is a practical choice for teachers who wish to develop cultural awareness and manage a diverse classroom. It is also excellent preparation for anyone who would like to learn more about working in a culturally diverse setting. In this course, you will learn about your own preferences and approaches regarding communication and interaction in the classroom and how to recognize and respond to cultural differences when interacting with others. In an intercultural setting, you'll develop a learning philosophy and employ strategies and tools that support authentic learning in a diverse classroom. By the end of the course, you will create a resource hub focusing on teaching and learning in an intercultural setting. You'll demonstrate your understanding of intercultural competence and facilitate cultural diversity.

In this course, you'll have the opportunity to

• develop an understanding of cultural diversity dimensions
• identify your own preference and approaches for classroom communication and interaction
• share experiences of working and teaching in an intercultural setting
• identify and evaluate tools and strategies for understanding and facilitating diversity
• develop an understanding of cultural dimensions and competencies
• comprehend the role that culture plays in learning
• recognize and respond to cultural differences when engaged in a learning interaction with others

Application Requirements

Courses and Post-Graduate Certificates are approved by TQS for Category Upgrade. If you would like these courses to be used towards Category Upgrading, you must have a valid BC Teacher Certificate.

ECEs, EAs, and other education professionals are welcome to take the courses without Certification.

Course Materials

Electronic resources are available within the course.

Accommodations

Applicants who require accommodations for a specific learning need (e.g., learning disability) within their AQ/ABQ course, should click here for further information and support.

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Refund Schedule

If you drop a course:

1. by the midpoint of the course, you will receive 100% of your course fee.
2. after the midpoint, before the end of the course, you will receive 50% of your course fee.

For more about our refund policies, visit our Fees & Refunds page.