Saturday, December 15, 2012

Welcoming Families From Around the World

I would prepare to welcome a child and family from Australia.  I have never worked with a child or family from this part of the world.  Therefore, I would prepare by:

1.    Researching the country

2.    Researching the language

3.    Learning about the culture

4.    Gathering facts about customs and the country

5.    Learning about the culture, religion, and beliefs of the family.

 


 
I believe that preparing to work with the family will help me to establish strategies for communicating with and working with the family.  Understanding the cultural background, values, and beliefs of the family will enable me to establish a productive relationship with the family.
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2 comments:

  1. Caty DuranDecember 15, 2012 at 11:34 AM

    Tammy,

    I do too think the way we prepare ourselves to receive the family is going to be fundamental for the relationship that is about to flourish between the two parts. In addition, researching the beliefs of the family is important too, because this way we can address their needs in a more effective way, for example if the child cannot eat certain food because of their religion.

    Good idea to add the flag and the geographical location Tammy!

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  2. AnonymousDecember 16, 2012 at 8:52 PM

    Hi Tammy,

    Your steps of preparation important in establishing a good relationship with families entering into an unfamiliar environment.

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