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  • Cross-Cultural Studies
  • Faculty Development

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  • International Faculty Development Programs (IFDPs) yield positive outcomes but often overlook participants' cultural influences.
  • Understanding culture's role in teaching and learning within IFDPs is crucial for program effectiveness.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the influences of culture on teaching and learning experiences within a US-based IFDP.
  • To investigate how cultural diversity impacts participant interactions and learning processes.

Main Methods:

  • Qualitative methodology using interpretive description.
  • Semi-structured interviews conducted with 15 Fellows and 5 Faculty.
  • Iterative constant comparative analysis informed by Transformative Learning Theory.

Main Results:

  • Cultural differences served as a bridge to awareness and network building, rather than a barrier.
  • Cultural variations prompted adaptations and modifications to navigate unease and uncertainty.
  • Program culture, professional backgrounds, and experiences significantly influenced participants' perspectives.

Conclusions:

  • Cultural diversity in IFDPs does not hinder learning; it can enhance it.
  • Critical reflection, dialectical discourse, and commitment to action facilitate constructive problem-solving.
  • Implications include valuing cultural awareness, clear communication of norms, and leveraging shared professional goals.