Purpose: The purpose of this assignment is to hypothesize the perceptions of migrant and seasonal farm worker families in the United States and to understand their needs.
Directions: Write a reflection addressing the following questions. You must refer to the readings and videos and include references when writing your reflection.
-Discuss the barriers to migrant children's education.
-Describe the resources in place to assist migrant children and their families with education
-What can we do as teachers to ease the transition for migrant students and their families?
Videos:
-The migrant education program
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MWe5pcavv3Q
-For many child farmworkers: getting an education is almost impossible
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bpi1kukUeaM
-Education for migrant students
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5fPqDb6R1pE
Readings:
-Linguistic, literacy and socioemotional interventions for young children in migrant and seasonal farm worker families
-Harvesting hardships: Educators’ views on the challenges of migrant students and their consequences on education
-Education, Unsettled: Inside the struggle to keep migrant students in school and our of the fields
-Florida Migrant Education program 2018
There are numerous barriers to migrant children's education. First and foremost, language barriers can impede a child's ability to learn in school. Additionally, migrant children often face discrimination and prejudice from both classmates and teachers, which can make them feel unwelcome and hinder their academic performance. Additionally, many migrant families are living in poverty, which can make it difficult to afford school supplies and uniforms or to pay for after-school tutoring or extracurricular activities. Finally, the transient nature of migrant life can make it difficult for children to keep up with their studies, as they may have to move frequently and change schools often. All of these factors can combine to create significant challenges for migrant children when it comes to getting an education.
Despite the challenges, there are a number of organizations and programs that are working to support migrant children's education. These efforts include providing resources such as language classes and tutoring, advocating for policies that promote equity in education, and raising awareness about the unique needs of migrant children. With the right support, migrant children can overcome the barriers to their education and thrive in school.
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