Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:

• Define cultural diversity.
• Establish why early childhood teachers need to be aware of cultural diversity issues.
• Define how culture shapes a child's life.
• Define the "family" and it's structure.
• Discuss the historical issues of multicultural education.
• Examine models for multicultural education including, curriculum and environmental design.
• Define the characteristics of an early childhood multicultural educator.
• Describe the roles of families and the community in a multicultural program.

Communication
 college level writing skills
 oral communication skills
 college level reading skills

Analysis
• have problem solving, critical and creative thinking skills
• have effective and efficient learning skills, including the location
and evaluation of information

Personal Development
work effectively with others

Community Commitment
 know the basic principles and processes of government at the local, state, national and international levels
 understand the importance of cultural traditions, diversity, and ethics in the modern world