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Roundtable Session

Teaching and Learning

Multicultural Strategies for Effective Global Business Education

Friday, March 21, 2025
10:15 AM – 11:15 AM US EST
Location: Willow Centre and West, Mezzanine level
This session explores multicultural strategies for enhancing global business education. Participants will learn to identify cultural impacts on learning, employ effective communication techniques, and integrate diverse perspectives through innovative teaching methods. The session aims to equip educators with tools to create inclusive curricula that support students from varied backgrounds, ensuring equitable and dynamic learning environments that prepare students for global business challenges.

Learning Objectives:

  • Participants will be able to identify and analyze the impact of cultural differences on learning styles and educational outcomes in global business education. They will explore how cultural beliefs, customs, and practices influence students’ perceptions, behaviors, and academic performance. By understanding these dynamics, participants will be equipped to implement culturally responsive teaching methods that foster an inclusive learning environment, thereby enhancing the educational experience for students from diverse backgrounds.
  • Participants will gain practical strategies for engaging students from diverse cultural backgrounds through effective communication techniques. This includes learning to use inclusive language, active listening, and constructive feedback methods that respect and leverage cultural diversity. By mastering these communication skills, participants will be able to enhance student participation, foster a sense of belonging, and improve learning outcomes in multicultural classroom settings.
  • Participants will explore innovative teaching methods and tools that support the integration of multicultural perspectives in business education. This involves incorporating technology, case studies, and collaborative projects that reflect real-world diversity and prepare students for the complexities of global business challenges. By adopting these methods, participants will be able to create dynamic and engaging learning experiences that resonate with students from various cultural backgrounds.
  • Participants will develop skills to create and implement inclusive curricula that address the needs of students from varied educational backgrounds, including neurodivergent learners. They will learn to design courses that accommodate different learning styles and provide accessible resources, ensuring that all students have equal opportunities to succeed. Additionally, participants will explore strategies to foster an environment where every student feels valued and supported, both academically and personally.