In our society, success is defined by financial wealth. Wealth is accumulated by employment in most cases, and remuneration for white collar jobs is higher than for blue collar jobs. Therefore white collar jobs are viewed as more prestigious; these are the positions that our school curriculum is preparing students for. The BC Government defines the following intellectual attributes of a graduate:
• competency in reading, writing, mathematics, social studies and science, including the ability to use these skills in problem-solving and decision-making
• the ability to use and understand information technologies
• the ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences; this includes the ability to access, synthesize and present information; it also includes knowledge of both a first and second language
• an understanding and appreciation of artistic and aesthetic expression
• the ability to think critically and solve problems, using information to develop opinions and make sound judgments and decisions
• an understanding of the importance of a lifelong commitment to continuous learning.
These attributes describe well a mainstream student who is preparing for a post-secondary program in an academic field. They describe less well an academically capable student who is interested in a career in a more hands-on occupation. But for students at-risk for drop out, these attributes serve to exclude and marginalize them. This is the opposite effect of the intended policy of inclusion.
According to the Ministry of Education website, the purpose of the policy of inclusion is to address a wider variety of diversity needs.
Diversity refers to the ways in which we differ from each other. Some of these differences may be visib...
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...s, physical disabilities and emotional and behavioral problems are provided with Individual Education Plans. These documents guide the students’ instruction and give guidance to teacher in the ways the learning outcomes can be modified or adapted to meet the individual learning needs. It is imperative to develop a high school leaving document that reflects the varied needs of our varied students and which does not push students pursuing a goal other than academic post-secondary training aside. We could develop equally valid documents such as an “Academic Preparation Certificate” for those going to university; “Vocational Preparation Certificate” for those going into trades; and “General Completion Certificate” for other students. By valuing these equally, we would create a path for students at risk which would value them equally as contributing members of society.
Schwartz, Stuart, and Craig Conley. Human Diversity: A Guide for Understanding. 14th ed. New York: McGraw-Hills Primis Custom Publishing, 2000. 3-7. Print.
Diversity is the difference between people’s culture, nationality, ability, ethnic origin, gender, age, religion, belief, sexual orientation and social class.
The fairly recent idea of “college for all” is not practical for every student, and the rigor and push toward college has led to a curriculum that is irrelevant for many young people. As a result, we have seen an increase in drop-out rates for at-risk students over the last several years ("Completion, Graduation, and Dropouts."). HB5 is critical in the realm of social welfare. It moves us toward giving all students the opportunity to graduate high school, and recognizes that each student is unique, with different learning styles, and have different goals in life. It sends the message that all professions are valued in our society, not only the careers that require college degrees.
“Diversity is characteristics of individuals that shape their identities and the experience they have in society” (Certo, 2010, p.117)
The real definition of diversity includes different elements of the identity and culture of each person. Diversity involves cultural differences, such as origins, religious or political affiliation, race, and gender, and other more profound differences, such as experiences and personality. As Banks argues in her research, the real definition involves several elements of our identity (149). Therefore, the way in which we define and conceptualize diversity affects the way in which we interact with people of others culture, race, and affiliations.
There are many aspects to include when defining diversity. Diversity is understanding biological variations, space, social organization, communication, time and environmental control of a culture. The first aspect is understanding the different biological variations within different cultures of people. Biological variations include: body structure,
Diversity refers to the ways people differ from each other. These ways are significant and plentiful. Culturally, people vary in gender, age, ethnicity, race sexual orientation, educational background, religion, lifestyle, as well as veteran and/or immigrant status. Functionally, people vary in the ways we think, learn, process information, respond to authority, show respect and reach agreements (Pollar & Gonzalez, 2011.)
The main purpose of policy is to make sure that social inclusion principles are integrated with all aspects of our work they will affect our services in the way that we deliver, to help approach everyday duties and working together as a team an everyday ritual, It’s beneficial to everybody in and around the school/work environment, be understanding and know that everyone deserves the same respect. Working together will not only make a great team for the workplace but will be much more beneficial to the persons receiving and needing support.
Diversity is a notion, when applied to the majority of circumstances, can create a positive conclusion. The trick to producing a positive outcome is often how the different aspects are brought together. Consider a classic dinner combination peas and carrots, the two colors look appealing and the two flavors comes together as one making a superb side dish. Now consider oil and water, these two substance are not often considered a good combination. Although, this is not always the case; olive oil and vinegar (which is water based) when mixed, come together into a delectable salad dressing. Diversity and inclusion should also apply to humans by bringing people together who are different it can creates a whole that is enhanced by the uniqueness of each individual.
Oral and Written Communication skills are two of the most important skills a person could have in the workplace. Without the ability to effectively communicate or understand communication in written or auditory form taking and giving direction would be extremely difficult. Oral communication is simply the act of talking and listening. If a person can effectively convey his thoughts in spoken word and interpret others spoken words into their intended thought then they can effectively communicate orally. The same concept can be applied to the written word. The U.S. Deptartment of Labor breaks oral communication into two areas:
Robert Sternberg’s triarchic theory of intelligence argues intelligence is not just analytical but, a combination of three factors of human ability: analytical, creative, and practical. Analytical intelligence focuses on the ability to acquire knowledge allowing us to learn new processes, solve problems, and perform tasks. Creative intelligence focuses on gaining insight, developing and applying new ideas, adapting creatively to new tasks and, responding effectively in new situations. Practical intelligence focuses on the ability to develop solutions to practical and personal problems confronted in everyday life.
A. Language understanding: The ability to "understand" and respond to the natural language. To translate from spoken language to a written form and to translate from one natural language to another natural language.
In a world that diversity is found in everything that controls our living as humans in one
When most people think “Diversity” they think of the most communal characteristics: such as: Age, race, gender, sexual orientation, body type, ethnicity, and a person’s
Communication skills deals with the ability to deliver the ideas effectively, clearly and with confidence either written or spoken form. Critical thinking skills refer to ability to think critically, creatively, analytical and innovatively and it focus on the ability to apply the own knowledge to existing problems. Some of the strategies are learning by questions, cooperative and problem based