Learning by doing: De-constructing linguistic attitudes and stereotypes through narration

Abstract

The study describes the results of an Experiential Learning (EL) course directed to the professionals of a C.A.R.A. (an Immigration Centre for asylum protection, located in Eastern Sicily). An emic and etic approach was used to understand attitudes and stereotypization processes within and outside the migrant community of the Centre. The results highlight the importance of working with professionals and migrants by using a narration approach in order to develop mutual cultural understanding and ultimately to promote effective models of inclusion.