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From https://www.middleweb.com/33624/rich-web-resources-to-raise-cultural-awareness/

Rich Web Resources to Raise Cultural Awareness
by Curtis Chandler
December 19, 2016

As an educator, I often wonder how someone like me – a teacher with relatively limited and/or superficial knowledge about the rest of the world – can help students to develop awareness, understanding, and appreciation of other students and cultures.

…The increased diversity of culture, ethnicity, language, and religion in our classrooms presents a multitude of learning possibilities and challenges (Banks, 2015). Some of the many benefits include increased understanding, experience, and respect for others as we engage with – and learn from – a variety of perspectives and people.

…But it can be challenging for many teachers to find the time necessary to cultivate their own cultural awareness. Furthermore, few of us are naturally adept at designing learning experiences that focus on students’ ability to collaborate with others, be open to differences, examine multiple viewpoints, and think critically and objectively when tackling real-world problems (Crawford & Kirby, 2008).

…The good news is that there are several digital tools and online resources to help each and every one of us get started.

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