Introduction

Early learning settings are filled with culturally diverse children. As an early childhood development professional, you can support children’s early learning and development by respecting the cultural identity of every child. In order to do this, it is important that you have a solid understanding identity development and the role it plays in anti-bias education in today’s society.

To prepare for this discussion:

• Read      Chapter 1 of the course text.
• Review      the 7-minute video, Anti-Bias      Lessons Help Preschoolers Hold up a Mirror to DiversityLinks to an      external site..
• Read      the four goals of anti-bias education: Understanding Anti-Bias Education: Bringing the Four Core      Goals to Every Facet of Your CurriculumLinks to an external site..

In your initial post,

• Explain      which of the four goals of anti-bias education interests you most and why.
• Discuss      why anti-bias education is important, considering today’s social issues.
• Describe      at least one key element of cultural identity (race/ethnicity, language,      or socioeconomic status) using the text.
• Provide      an example of how you might support a child’s cultural identity in an      educational setting.