effectively with different people. In this Discussion, you will consider ways in which

In Chapter 13 of your course text, the authors discuss the importance of cultural responsiveness in today’s increasingly diverse society. As defined in your course text, cultural responsiveness refers to the ability to communicate across cultural lines and collaborate effectively with different people. In this Discussion, you will consider ways in which you might foster cultural responsiveness in yourself and your staff, particularly when interacting with families. Reflect on the following: With these thoughts in mind, follow the instructions below to post your response to this Discussion topic. an explanation of one specific way in which you, as a director, would foster cultural responsiveness in yourself and your staff at your child development center on an interpersonal level, and one specific way you would do so on a structural level. Describe how you think each strategy would contribute to effective communication with families, as well as if and how the strategies might incorporate family friendly practices. a selection of your colleagues’ postings. As you read their responses, note those to which you would like to respond with advice, questions, comments, and/or encouragement. to or more of your colleagues’ postings in any of the following ways: to this Discussion in a few days to read the responses to your initial posting. Reflect on what you learned in this activity and/or insights you gained this week.