Learning about your students' backgrounds

http://www.colorincolorado.org/educators/reachingout/backgrounds


I think that as educators we must most definately get to know our students background. Many times it can help us understand why they do what they do and we will be able to help them more. This website talks about that and about the different aspects that play a role in the students life, such as values, culture, home environment and language.

This website states, The English language learners (ELLs) in your classroom may represent diverse languages and cultures from around the world. The majority of ELL families in the United States come from Spanish-speaking countries in Latin America. These Hispanic families may have many things in common, such as customs, foods, dances, values, and the Spanish language. However, there are also many rich cultural differences within and between countries like Argentina, Mexico, Cuba, and El Salvador.

The more you learn about where your students come from, the easier your job will become.