Comparative Insights of Cultural Influence on Classroom Management in Grades 4 to 8: Exploring Chinese and Canadian Educational Philosophies, Practices, and Intercultural Exchanges

The objectives of this Globalink research project are to study in China and compare it to that of Canada, more specifically the philosophy behind teachers, classrooms, and schools. One sub- objective includes comparing the difference between China and Canada’s teaching philosophies. For example, what specifically do these countries do differently in the grades 4 – 8 classroom and for assessment tools, and how does this affect the students, teachers, schools, parents, relationships between the forementioned, and student success etc. Elizabeth Dalla Bona will conduct research on this sub-objective primarily via observation and casual conversation with teachers in the placement schools in China. Another sub-objective will include comparing the difference between China and Canada’s morals and culture, and how it affects grades 4 – 8 classroom management. For example, how does Chinese culture, and morals affect classroom management? How does Canadian culture and morals affect classroom management? How can the classroom management strategies change or reinforce certain morals and culture? This sub-objective will be researched by Yuyang Hua via observation and casual conversation. Dalla Bona and Hua hope to gain insights on the nuanced interplay between cultural values, moral frameworks, and classroom management strategies in both countries, ultimately aiming to inform and enhance pedagogical practices that are both culturally responsive and effective in fostering positive learning environments for students. The benefit of broadened perspectives will help both Dalla Bona and Hua become more well-rounded, and empathetic educators, which will ultimately benefit their students.

Faculty Supervisor:

Shijing Xu

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Partner:

Southwest University

Discipline:

Sociology

Sector:

Education

University:

University of Windsor

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