2006-12-03 01:37:46 · 19 answers · asked by Anonymous in Education & Reference ➔ Teaching
I would punish them.
2006-12-03 01:46:20 · answer #1 · answered by Senator D 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It really depends how old the child is. If they are very young, then they've probably learnt the language and attitude from examples at home; it's important not to tell children that their parents are wrong, but to help them see that they are hurting others by saying what they have said (that's for very young children) as they often don't recognise that what they've said is hurtful.
If the children are older, it's worth talking to them as privately as you can (keep a door open if you're going to be in a room alone as that other people outside the room are aware that you're talking to a child and can keep an eye on the situation), by talking privately, you're showing that you respect the child enough to not put them down in front of friends which could cause embarassment and possibly further resentment. Explain in a way that makes the child recognise that they wouldn't like it if someone spoke to them like that, and that everyone has the right to choose how they live their life and not be judged. The best way really is to keep reinforcing the fact that it's not right to judge anyone else based on colour, religion, culture etc.
It's best to do lots of PSHE to raise awareness and get all children involved in looking out for each other.
Good luck!
2006-12-03 10:16:58 · answer #2 · answered by Kate 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The fact that you are asking the question makes me wonder what your stand-point on the issue of people being different is?
Why should we tell children something different from what we believe in?
If children use inappropriate language, they should be told so. It makes not one iota of difference who they aim the words at. Because if we make a distinction (as parents or teachers), the children will realise that there are different rules for different people, and they will grow up bigoted like the majority of people in the world today.
If the same children become repeat offenders, then it would be appropriate to have a chat to their parents, with the children present.
In the end, it is all common sense :-)
2006-12-05 20:45:26 · answer #3 · answered by Extemporaneous 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sam
don't accept inappropriate language for any reason. Do the nasty shouting thing and let them know they cannot use that language anytime. Try not to reference it to the different culture thing, this may be harder to say than do. Use staff support if it continues, so the message is passed on by each adult.
2006-12-03 11:23:57 · answer #4 · answered by jonny red 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Wouldn't tolerate it.
Sit them all down in a circle and get them to close their eyes. Teacher walks round and pats kids on head to indicate its their turn. They must say what they like to eat, what they like to watch on TV, and name a hobby. They must not give their names. Once everyone has had a turn, all open eyes. This teaches them that every one is a little bit different, but some will have common likes and dislikes. and quite possibly someone opposite might like the same things as "you". The anonymity and by having eyes shut reduces the ability to identify, and reinforces the idea that you won't judge if you don't see the colour.... Everyone looks the same in the dark
2006-12-03 09:56:03 · answer #5 · answered by MrsMac 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If it occured in school it needs reporting on your Racial Incident Form.
Then, depending on the ages of the perpetrators and the circunstances surrounding the incident the children ought to be left under no illusion as to the seriousness of their remarks.
2006-12-03 17:06:50 · answer #6 · answered by Safety First 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tell them that it's inapproprate. Most of the time children will pick up words from adults/older kids without knowing the true meaning of the word themselves. I know I used to say swear (not racist though)words that I picked up from TV, school, without knowing what they were and I used to get told off by my mom and dad, and I didn't say them again (until I was much older)! So I suppose the same would work with racist comments too!
It's up to adults who should know better to to teach children whats right and whats wrong.
2006-12-03 09:51:06 · answer #7 · answered by Alison of the Shire 4 · 4⤊ 0⤋
tell them they are wrong as soon as you here them say these things . if you ignore it they will not learn . by saying they are wrong to do these thing you are setting a good example and will show the different children you care and possibly prevent someones feelings from getting hurt . tell them to apologize and make peace just because they are differ ant does not mean they are bad .
2006-12-03 09:43:33 · answer #8 · answered by chotpeper 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I would sit the child down and educate the child about why it is wrong to use language in a way that discriminates against anyone.
2006-12-03 09:47:48 · answer #9 · answered by ashnoel81 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Give then a slap around the head, tell them to apologise and make them go and learn a foreign language or something.
2006-12-03 09:47:42 · answer #10 · answered by floppity 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Explain to them why their language is inappropriate. What on earth else would you do? Do they teach you nothing at teacher training college now?
2006-12-03 09:40:36 · answer #11 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 1⤋