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NEA Professional Learning

Do You See Me? The Importance of Pronouncing Names Correctly

Learn how pronouncing a student's name can have a profound impact on them throughout their life.
By: NEA
Published: January 2023
This resource originally appeared on NEA.org

At a Glance

In this recorded webinar, we discuss the importance of pronouncing a student's name properly and the profound impact that it can have on them throughout their life.

Topics

  • Culturally Responsive Education
  • Diversity & Inclusion
  • Positive School Environments

Outcomes

  • Learn how pronouncing a student's name can have a profound impact on them
  • Get techniques on pronouncing a person's name properly

Details

Audience Role

  • Aspiring Educator
  • Early Career Educator
  • Education Support Professional
  • Higher Education
  • Licensed Educator
  • Retired Educator

Grade

  • Early Childhood
  • Elementary School
  • High School
  • Higher Education
  • Middle School

Session Length

1 hour

Session Format

Webinar

Pronouncing a student’s name correctly is important. Imagine going through your whole life rarely hearing your name pronounced properly. There is so much in a person’s name and the importance of pronouncing it correctly is often overlooked. In this recorded webinar, we will discuss the importance of pronouncing a student's name properly and the profound impact that it can have on them throughout their life. Learn techniques to master how to say names properly so we can show our marginalized students that we see them, value them, and respect their cultures and identities.

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