Wrap Up
Summary
You have just completed this cultural proficiency module, which may have began or extended your journey toward cultural proficiency. Some tasks may have been difficult to embrace; however, as we grow as leaders within our environments, we must be prepared for this changing world. As educators, we must be ready to for the diverse cultures that we will encounter in our local and global communities. The learning process does not end here. Becoming culturally proficient is an ongoing process that must be nurtured by incorporating awareness, knowledge, skills and attitude within each interaction that you will encounter. We are human, so it may be uncomfortable at times, but we must push through each step until we reach cultural proficiency.
You have just completed this cultural proficiency module, which may have began or extended your journey toward cultural proficiency. Some tasks may have been difficult to embrace; however, as we grow as leaders within our environments, we must be prepared for this changing world. As educators, we must be ready to for the diverse cultures that we will encounter in our local and global communities. The learning process does not end here. Becoming culturally proficient is an ongoing process that must be nurtured by incorporating awareness, knowledge, skills and attitude within each interaction that you will encounter. We are human, so it may be uncomfortable at times, but we must push through each step until we reach cultural proficiency.
- After experiencing this module, do your current thoughts, behaviors and attitudes align with your initial ideas from the beginning of the module? Explain using specific evidence of your growth and development in cultural competency. Record in your journal, and then discuss with a friend or trusted colleague.