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The Is The Word For Hospitality Essay

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In Wolof, “Teranga”, is the word for hospitality. This value is so significant in Senegal that the national football team is known as the “Lions of Teranga”. Other Senegalese values such as Kersa (respect for others) and Tegin (good manners) make the country known for its welcoming nature. My masters’ degree in international peace and conflict resolution taught me that the inclusivity of Senegalese culture is an important factor for resolving wars and disputes. While having the joy of teaching English, I want to also learn about cultural characteristics that explain its peaceful nature and how they can be encouraged in other places. I entered the education field five years ago out of my love of learning. I started teaching in college and after graduation through the Every Move Counts Fellowship program that brings chess to children in the Tuscaloosa, Alabama. In order to better facilitate learning, I read journal articles and analyzed the results of multiple studies on both chess and pedagogy. Our team developed a better model of lesson plans on how and when to teach the basic rules and how to deal with students’ problematic behavior. The school board invited us to implement the updated program. Teachers reported that students improved in different subjects after we started. Chess teaches one to analyze situations, evaluate options, and solve problems, and the school administration understood the benefits. To ensure success, I trained the college students how

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