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Fostering multiculturalism: the English Conversation Pairs Program

B E Smith, E Elander

    Journal of Cultural Diversity
    |January 1, 1995
    PubMed
    Summary

    The English Conversation Pairs Program enhances multicultural acceptance by connecting native English speakers (NSE) with English as a second language (ESL) students. This interaction fosters greater cultural sensitivity among NSE students.

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    Area of Science:

    • Sociolinguistics
    • Intercultural Communication
    • Educational Psychology

    Background:

    • Exposure to diverse cultures promotes multiculturalism.
    • The English Conversation Pairs Program facilitates interaction between native English speakers (NSE) and English as a second language (ESL) students.
    • Understanding the impact of such programs on NSE students is crucial for promoting intercultural understanding.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the perceptions of native English speaking (NSE) students participating in the English Conversation Pairs Program.
    • To assess the changes in cultural sensitivity among NSE students post-program participation.
    • To identify factors influencing the program's effectiveness.

    Main Methods:

    • A pre- and post-participation survey was administered to twenty-two native English speaking (NSE) students.
    • Data collected focused on student perceptions, cultural sensitivity shifts, and program-related activities.
    • Analysis aimed to identify key variables affecting program outcomes.

    Main Results:

    • NSE students' perceptions of the program were documented.
    • Perceived increases in cultural sensitivity among NSE students were observed.
    • Specific activities were identified as either enhancing or hindering program effectiveness.

    Conclusions:

    • The English Conversation Pairs Program positively influences NSE students' cultural sensitivity.
    • Program activities and participant variables significantly impact its effectiveness.
    • Facilitating direct interaction is key to fostering multicultural acceptance.

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