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Importance of Multicultural Environment in Education
Lisa. M. Lopez and Mariela Paez have rightly stated ‘Children are better able to learn when the classroom climate is positive, warm and inviting. Seeing representations of your own cultural and linguistic backgrounds in every area of the classroom is a part of feeling included.’ Recent changes in the education policies have been talking a lot about bringing in cultural diversification in the school environment. Many educationists and school management have welcomed this innovative approach, and many have already been following this approach since ages. Manav Rachna International School, Sector-14, has always been the pioneer in imparting educational excellence and innovative approach and in the recent Times School Ranking 2024 has identified MRIS-14 as the best school in The Leaders Category. According to me, the multicultural environment is the most varied form of education, imparting exposure to the students to diverse cultures, histories, traditions, and the contributions of the different groups towards the upliftment of society. The National Curriculum Framework for School Education Framework 2023 has made special provision for multicultural environments as it empowers the educators to create a multicultural education environment that is safe and sustainable, given the significance of multicultural environment on education. It also plays a role in enhancing the ways through which the child develops his or her emotional personality and health. NEP 2020 also favours inclusiveness and a culturally rich education system in India. The role of a multicultural environment advocates equal education opportunities for the students and eradicating stereotypes. It can help the students of the CBSE affiliated schools to understand the significance of multicultural issues in shaping society. The city of Faridabad has the most diverse cultures because of the closest connectivity to the NCR, promoting diverse employment avenues. The world is interconnected, and here comes the need for educational institutions to prepare future Gen Z for diverse cultures. The parents settling in from diverse cultural backgrounds always look for schools imparting inclusive education, ensuring the freedom of culture and implicit exposure for their children. MRIS-14, the top school in Faridabad, models that cultural diversity is imbibed with the best of educational practices. In today’s interconnected world, the need of the hour is to understand and value different cultures for the holistic growth of the students. Intellectual diversity as a part of theme based assemblies, cultural celebrations and competitions are organized in such a way that students don’t just learn about other cultures – they explore the multi- cultural approach. Global education is on the rise. People with different cultures and customs travel to different places along with their family because of various factors. Their kids take their own cultures and traditions to a new place, and MRIS, best international school in Faridabad, being the global leader in education, helps students to appreciate and understand global readiness and instill social cohesion by promoting unity and inclusivity, Multicultural education breaks down social barriers. Beginning from Fifth-grade children are taught foreign languages to prepare them for the future and to introduce them to the different environment and traditions of the place. Students learn the skills that are required to work in a global environment, and they also discover how to interact with diverse international peers through our exchange programmes. With a faculty of people from all over India carrying their own culture and beliefs to our institution, Manav Rachna International School showcases multiculturalism and promotes cultural variety and diversity. The tapestry of multicultural education weaves together threads of diversity, creating a rich brocade of understanding, empathy and global citizenship. As the world strives for a harmonious and interconnected world, MRIS prioritizes multicultural education, for it is the cornerstone of a brighter, more enlightened future. Author- Ms. Sandeepa Sharma, PRT (English), MRIS-14