...Diversity Education: An Essential Educational Opportunity Diversity education provides educational opportunities that nurture and maintain an inclusive and diverse community, promoting equality for people of all cultures, ethnicities, and religions. The Association of American Colleges and Universities supports higher education faculty and students to partake in programs that advance civic learning and democratic engagement, global learning, and engagement with diversity to prepare students for socially responsible action in today's interdependent but unequal world (AACU). Diversity courses, programs, or interactions in higher education are positively effective in improving students’ understanding and respect of our multicultural society, and are an essential component to educational institutions. Diversity education fosters a broad range of enlightenment and competency, including those of learning and democracy. Learning outcomes include active thinking skills, and intellectual engagement and motivation, while democracy outcomes were not limited to perspective taking, citizenship engagement, racial and cultural understanding, and judgment of the compatibility among different groups (Gurin, P., & Lopez, G.). It is said that personal and social identity develop best in situations during late adolescence and early adulthood, when one is able to experiment with different social roles before making commitments to groups, ideas, and a philosophy of life (Gurin, P.,...
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...Perception of Social Class in the Classroom A two-story house, a white picket fence, parents with degrees and careers, non-divorced parents, three kids each with their own room, all European American descents. These are the attributes of how I was raised in a middle-working class family. To be able to step into my student’s shoes whether they are considered high, middle, or lower socioeconomic class I, as a future teacher, need to understand my students and the obstacles they face. “Socioeconomic status or SES is defined by the American Psychological Association as a characterization derived from a combination of education, income and occupation (Yale).” Socioeconomic status isn’t just about financial status but also academics, financial...
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...and non-disabled students. The Benefits of Inclusion for Exceptional Students One of the most controversial concepts in all of education is the concept of inclusion (Hallahan, Kauffman, & Pullen, 2012). Inclusion is the idea that a student with special needs, or an “exceptional student”, attend and is educated in the classroom that this student would normally attend if they were non-disabled. Erwin explains that "the true essence of inclusion is based on the premise that all individuals with disabilities have a right to be included in naturally occurring settings and activities with their neighborhood peers, siblings, and friends" (Erwin, 1993, p. 1). Inclusion includes the commitment to bring resources and services to the exceptional students as opposed to moving them to a segregated location that holds these services and resources (Lipsky & Gartner, 1994). Inclusion is the idea for exceptional students to begin in a regular education classroom, and be removed only when the necessary resources and services are unable to be provided in that setting. At that time the exceptional student would be removed from the general education classroom and receive their instruction in a special education class where needed services can be provided. Including exceptional students in a general education...
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...and evolve, and educators learn how to manage the diverse classrooms of today. The roles and responsibilities of those educators who are contributing to the education of our students with special needs have evolved over time. Considering how the Romans treated those with disabilities by leaving infants outside to die, or Greek philosophers made grave statements that they should not exist, to even earlier years in the U.S. creating institutions named, State Asylum for Unteachable Idiots, I feel that the world of special education has come a long way and still continues to grow in a positive manner. With the growth and progress that is being made students are no longer sent to institutional homes or facilities. Many families are caring for their special needs children. There are schools that are for special needs students that offer supports and services to the students, but many students are returning back to their home (local) schools. Teachers are receiving more education and extra training to better meet the needs of the students with disabilities. Students who return to their home schools are now included in after school activities (sports, and or clubs) with their general education peers. Students who are integrated into the general education classrooms are in the mainstream environment with peers like them (age based). Students in earlier years would have been separated or segregated from their peers,...
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...EDU 695 Week 1 DQ 1 Diversity Through 21st Century Teaching and Learning NEW To Buy This material Click below link http://www.uoptutors.com/edu-695-ash/edu-695-week-1-dq-1-diversity-through-21st-century-teaching-and-learning-new Diversity Through 21st-Century Teaching and Learning There is a broad range of experiences brought to the school every day by cultural, linguistic, and ethnically diverse students. These unique diversities compel the development and use of different teaching strategies to target each student as an individual. In this discussion, you will explore the concept of supporting diversity through 21st-century teaching and learning. This discussion is also intended to support your performance on the Week One Assignment. Initial Post – Select three of the five prompts below, and then discuss how the Framework for 21st century learning can be applied to each prompt using specific examples of the actions you would take to apply the framework. Your response to each of the three prompts should be one paragraph. a. Analyze how you can maintain high standards and demonstrate high expectations for all ethnically, culturally, and linguistically diverse students in the classroom. b. Reflect on ways in which you will choose culturally relevant curriculum and instructional materials that recognize, incorporate, and reflect students’ heritage and the contributions of various ethnic groups. c. Discuss how you would differentiate instruction for the inclusion...
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...Awareness of Culture and Diversity: EFP1 Task 2 Brittany Kennedy Western Governor’s University A. Introduction Meridian High School is currently the only public high school in the city of Meridian, Mississippi. MHS has approximately 1,400 students enrolled from 9th grade to 12th grade. Some of the most noticeable demographics of this school is, homosexuality, teen pregnancy, and the dropout rate. A1. Local Demographics Staff and faculty members treat homosexual students differently than they do heterosexual students. Some educators don’t agree with their sexuality, and tend to favor the heterosexual student more. Student homosexuality is an uncomfortable subject to handle in a classroom setting. Some teachers feel LGBT students disrupt the learning experience with their outburst and flamboyant behavior. There are also educators who take pride in maintaining respect for all students in the classroom no matter what their sexual orientation is. (Duncan) curtails that “Just because you’re intervening on a homophobic comment doesn’t mean that you’re necessarily trying to be an activist. You are just trying to make sure each child has a safe and supportive learning environment.” Teen pregnancy seems to be an epidemic this day in age. Mississippi is currently ranked # 2 in the U.S. for teen pregnancy. (Lewis, 2013). Lisa Silliman is the Teen Pregnancy Director for the Meridian Public School District. This program serves as the Teen Parent Academic Liaison. Mrs. Silliman...
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...This means that a teacher may criticize between two positive comments. First a positive comment, then a correction and end with hope and support. This is the sandwich of encouragement and hope. B4. Peers and self esteem Adolescence and childhood are life periods which change the outfit and the inner character of a child. Besides the academic competence, appearance and approval from others play an crucial role for children. Furthermore, opinions of their peers are important for their behavior. These external domains affect their self-esteem. They will choose opportunities and doing things that appreciated by others. (Brittany Thorne, >2008, University of Houston). Also, a child’s self-esteem can be affected of how it interpret and give meaning to various events. The need of friendship or belonging in a group as a member influences a student’s behavior. Lilian Katz (1995, p. 2) mention that “As they grow, children become increasingly sensitive to the evaluations of their peers. You and your child’s teachers can help your child learn to build healthy relationships with his or her peers”. Also, Peers groups is important for prevention of aggressiveness and bullying problems. (Salmivalli,...
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...an educator. One of my greatest roles as a future special education teacher is to advocate for my students and provide them with the education they deserve. As an educator, I will encourage diversity within the classroom and community and lead by example. These students are much more than their disability, and they deserve to be treated as such. I will make every effort to encourage my general education colleagues to teach in a way that allows students with disabilities to grow and succeed in their classroom....
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...Subject: Science Grade Level: 8 Description of diversity activity First, the students would get into groups of 4 or 5 to collect data on the different genetic traits the students may have. Some of the traits could be hair color, eye color, attached or detached earlobes, dimples, freckles, curly hair, left or right handedness, and hitchhiker’s thumb. After the students are finished collecting this data and still in groups, I would give them words like “diversity,” “culture,” “prejudice,” “respect,” and “acceptance” to define with their partners. When this is complete, the groups of students would share results with the rest of the class and we could make a table depicting all the different genetic traits and their prevalence. Then I...
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...college students’ assumptions about the nature, limits, and certainty of knowledge (Evans et al., 2010, p. 125). Target Demographic The traditional and nontraditional community college students enrolled in a first year experience course are the target demographic for this program. While the average age of the community college student is twenty nine years old, the students enrolled in the first year experience course will range from new high school graduates to working adults. Program Description The proposed student development initiative will be carried out through curriculum revision of a First Year Experience Course. This course will provide a non-lecture, discussion-driven classroom format to allow students to collaborate with peers and the instructor and to share ideas about diversity on campus. The content, structure, and assignments within the First Year Experience course will provide an environment conducive to students’ transition from an absolute knowing stage to a transitional knowing stage. Students will have the...
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...Have students meet with their buddies to practice the tasks. Circulate in the classroom and provide assistance as necessary. WRAP IT UP 8 MINUTES Discuss the...
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...Students Chapter 3 Learner Diversity: Differences in Today’s Students Chapter 4 Changes in American Society: Their Influences on Today’s Schools ISBN: 0-536-29980-3 Introduction to Teaching: Becoming a Professional, Second Edition, by Donald Kauchak and Paul Eggen Published by Prentice-Hall/Merrill. Copyright © 2005 by Pearson Education, Inc. ISBN: 0-536-29980-3 Introduction to Teaching: Becoming a Professional, Second Edition, by Donald Kauchak and Paul Eggen Published by Prentice-Hall/Merrill. Copyright © 2005 by Pearson Education, Inc. Learner Diversity Differences in Today’s Students T eachers begin their careers expecting to find classrooms like the ones they experienced when they were students. In some ways classrooms are the same. Students go to school to learn, but they also want to have fun and be with their friends. They expect to work but often need encouragement from their teachers. They’re typical kids. Classrooms are changing, however; the population of our schools is becoming increasingly diverse. Students come from different cultures and speak many different languages at home; they possess a range of abilities and talents; and issues involving differences between boys and girls are receiving increased attention. In this chapter we examine this diversity as we try to answer the following questions: ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ ♦ What is cultural diversity, and how does it influence student learning? How are the educational experiences of boys and girls different...
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...additional reasons for the limited presence and dwindling supply of minority teachers in the classroom has been attributed to: minority teacher candidates’ low scores on competency tests, a decline in the number of minority students graduating college overall, the disproportionate failure to meet revised certification requirements, the decreasing amount of financial aid available to teacher education students, declining teacher salaries, and minority teachers...
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...My strengths as a peer tutor include having confidence, being approachable, knowledgeable, and understanding as well as adaptable to situations. To begin, I believe having confidence helps one to appear in a leadership position. I demonstrate confidence in the classroom with body language and communication. I prepare myself for success when helping students by reviewing my achievements in similar areas or situations, and avoid thinking in terms of perfection and imperfection. Being approachable is an excellent strength to have when peer tutoring as it allows students to feel more comfortable around the peer tutor while working and asking questions. It also avoids tension in the classroom and makes for a more secure learning environment. I believe...
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