Gerona Junior College

Poblacion 3, Gerona, Tarlac

Tel No. 931-3673

Building Bridges
Week 8

Caldoza, Marjoan Althea

Castillo, Trixie Ann
Daileg, Alyssa
Maniti, Trisha Mae

Globalization and Multi-Cultural Literacy

TOPICS
Definition of Globalization and Multi-culturalism
 Globalization raises awareness of the opportunities and constraints that the world's people
face. Students who are globally literate can think critically about the world and their
place in it. By introducing students to current cultural issues, multicultural literature can
help them develop global awareness.
 Multicultural literacy refers to the aptitudes of looking and understanding something
without any cultural biases. It is also the ability to accept the various viewpoints to
achieve a better compassionate assessment of any situation. It is important for the current
and future generations of students to be knowledgeable multi-culturally because India in
itself is very multicultural. Students need to be able to take views of different cultures to
allow themselves to mature as responsible citizens, who reflect upon other people’s
opinions.
Characteristics of Globalized and Multi-Cultural Literate individual
 Discovering the assumptions of information, viewing it from a variety of ethnic and
cultural perspectives, and using knowledge to drive action that will create a
compassionate and just world are all components of multicultural literacy, according to
Banks (1996). (Boutte, 2008).
By tackling challenging themes like racism and other forms of oppression against people
of other ethnicities, multicultural literacy raises knowledge of diversity, equity, and social
justice in order to promote cultural understanding (Boutte, 2008). According to Boutte
(2008), instruction in multicultural literacy should aid students in acquiring the
knowledge, skills, and values necessary to become engaged citizens who will fight for
social justice in their communities. The increasing racial, linguistic, and ethnic variety.
  The goal of global literacy is to address topics like social justice, racism, globalization,
and diversity (Guo, 2014). It necessitates awareness and action, consistent with a
thorough knowledge of people, the environment, and the effects of human action on all
three. Additionally, the goal of global literacy is to provide students with the knowledge
and skills they need to make a difference in their society and the globe (Guo, 2014).
The Ontario Ministry of Education (2015) states that a global citizen should exhibit most
or all of the qualities listed below: Respect for all people, regardless of their race, gender,
religion, or political philosophies. Honoring variety and varied viewpoints. Supporting
sustainable dietary, consumption, and manufacturing habits. Respect the environment and
show appreciation for it.

Importance of Globalization and Multi-Cultural Literacy

 Globalization and Multicultural Literacy refers to cultural and linguistic knowledge. We
live in multicultural societies, teach in multicultural settings, and our students interact
with people from other cultures. Understanding is promoted by being aware of and
sensitive to culturally determined norms. In fact, when students embrace the principle
that difference does not equal inefficiency, they gain an appreciation for the wealth of
diversity that surrounds us.
How to address individual differences in a classroom
 Students love using computers, which might spark an interest in their academic work.
Computerized training is extremely significant in assisting kids with special needs thanks
to the large range of programs that are accessible, from reading instruction to voice
recognition software. For visual and tactile learners, activities and games that incorporate
content-related items might help to reinforce concepts.
PPST DOMAIN 3: Diversity of Learners
INTEGRATING GLOBALIZATION IN MULTICULTURAL LITERACY IN
INSTRUCTION
 Awareness of and sensitivity to culturally determined norms promote understanding. In
fact, when students embrace the principle that difference does not equal defficiency, they
gain an appreciation for the wealth of diversity that surrounds us.
 As our communities become increasingly diverse, it is essential for schools to embrace
multiculturalism. Students must be adaptable and be able to integrate into other
environments and traditions, as well as being able to support those from different
backgrounds who may be working in an area that has a very different culture to what they
are used to. It is this flexibility and compassion that makes our students so special.
According to a publication released by the Association for Supervision and Curriculum
Development, "It's not just an add-on or an afterthought. Curricula infused with
multicultural education boosts academic success and prepares students for roles as
productive citizens". At OWIS, respect for our different cultures and backgrounds is built
into every aspect of our approach to learning. Today's students are tomorrow's leaders,
and they must be able to thrive in a multicultural environment.
PEDAGOGY
 Castillo, Caldoza, Daileg, and Maniti will act as reporters. The audience will be our
classmate and they will listen to us.
REFERENCES

 https://21stcenturyliteracy214.wordpress.com/test-2/
 https://www.jamestown.k12.nd.us/about/global-literacy
 https://www.scisdata.com/connections/issue-96/the-importance-of-multicultural-
literature
 http://multipleliteraciessurrycounty.pbworks.com/w/page/11258056/Globalization
%20and%20Multicultural
 https://www.owis.org/blog/globalisation-and-multicultural-education