Learning Across Languages

1. What do you think makes countries connected?

Family A: When I asked this question, there was lots of discourse that followed. I am grateful for IRC staff, Hawa, for accompanying me during my tutoring lessons, as well as being a translator when I have needed it. She helped me deduce that the answers that the kids gave to this question were many things: Food, language, learning from each other, and body language.

2. If you could fix one problem in the world, what would it be?

Family A: If they could fix one problem, Family A would bring peace instead of war/ conflict, and help others, especially the poor. Family B: Family B would also choose to fix the problem of conflict, as well as guarantee access to work.. Reflection: I think the above responses reflect a combination of refugee perspectives and the responsibilities of a global citizen.

5. Do you think tutoring has helped you feel more successful in the United States?

Family A: Yes Family B: Yes Reflection: This question was more of a test to see if I had succeeded in my responsibility to be a good tutor to the students. I’m very happy that they found strength and confidence from our lessons together, and that they have acquired more resources to help them problem solve in the future.