In recent years, there has been an increasing interest in issues of student diversity, and presently become one of the most complex areas of policy and practice in higher education, particularly in USA and UK and there are ongoing challenges and alterations forthcoming (Antonio and Clark, 2011). Although, equality and diversity come together and sometimes used interchangeably, the term ‘equality’ and ‘diversity’ is not the same but are interdependent (DoH, 2011). Equality is about creating a fairer society where everyone effectively took a part on an equal basis and has the opportunity to fulfil their potential. Ensuring that everyone had personal needs and the right to have those needs respected. According to Equality Act 2010, every person has one or more of the protected characteristics, so the Act protects everyone against unfair treatment. The protected characteristics which cannot be used as a reason to treat people unfairly are: age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation. However, Diversity means recognising and valuing difference in its broadest sense between people and the way in which those differences can contribute to a richer, more creative and more productive working environment. It is about constructing a culture and practices that show respect, value and harness difference for the advantage of each person. Equality means people needs to treat fairly regardless of any differences between them. Diversity means valuing variation and individual contributions that different people make. We can treat people according to their requirements without being unfair to them or others.
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...er’s name, the room environment becomes more friendly, and I found more motivations and self-confidence between the student that is crucial in language learning. Oxford (1990, 17) divides language learning strategies into two main categorises, direct (includes: Memory, Cognitive and Compensation strategies) and indirect (includes: Metacognitive, Affective and Social Strategies). Social Strategies concern with Asking questions, cooperating with others and empathising with others. Self-confidence provides the students with the motivation and energy to become positive about their own learning. It also creates the drive in them to acquire the targeted language, indorse learners’ autonomy, enjoy the learning process, made the learners rely on their self and give them the ability to accomplish tasks, engage activities and experience actual communication (Atsuta, 2003).
bstract This paper emphasizes the importance of cultural diversity and the impact that it has on Elementary school students (Burt, 2013). Attending a school with a diverse student population can help prepare children for citizenship in a multicultural democracy (Morrissey, 2014). America is known as the melting pot because of the immigration of people who entered the country in search for a more stable life. Immigrants brought their own unique cultures with them. Census Bureau predicts that by 2100
“inclusion” and “diversity” appear to be at the forefront. Inclusion is a philosophical belief that all individuals regardless of disability should be included in all aspects of society. Another educational issue of importance is diversity in ethnicity, races, language and social classes among our students. The controversy that surrounds the issue of “inclusion” is created by the interpretation and emotions connected to the concept. Inclusion was never intended to be as simple as placing all students with disabilities
institutions that have the mission to nurture individuals in a way that they can cope with diversity, must implement strategies that enlightened them about diversity (McCormick & Zhao, 2005). After carefully reviewing the diversity and inclusion plans of the universities, I realized that my insights are needed. I envision to display what I have noticed and to also comment on the different plans. Through the different diversity plans enacted by the universities, I was able to find several interesting points
(Koppelman, 2015, p. 317). Moreover, I will make a commitment to ensuring that these individuals provide students with the inspiration and encouragement that is needed to continue pluralism within our schools, and communities. Furthermore, for me to be considered a multicultural leader it is important that I also empower and support other diverse leaders to ensure that I am embolden and continuing diversity within our schools and community. 3. How can I actively lead to create a more pluralistic school
Diversity and difference are represented within all classrooms and are made up by the contribution of multiple external factors. The educator who understands issues of diversity and difference will enact the Australian Curriculum within it’s eight parameters of learning (Australian Curriculum and Assessment Reporting Authority [ACARA], 2014) to incorporate opportunities for their students whom may have otherwise had their identities and aspirations supressed due to gender stereotypes, cultural expectation
What does multicultural education and the affirmation of diversity mean to you? The meaning and importance of multicultural education and affirmation of diversity in our schools are two central topics of our course EDSC 340. My thinking with regards to these two ideas before the course began were almost non-existent. I feel as though I was blind to the meaning and the importance of both and how they impact the lives of students every day. Through my interviews I found more of the same. Mainly, it
a professional career. My ultimate goal with college students is to empower students when I help them. I have worked with kids at various developmental stages so I understand the impact of early years and the importance of shaping experience for people. I also understand the importance background plays in success and how to utilize that as a benefit rather than a deficit. From the beginning of the semester to now my view on helping and student affairs as a whole has changed drastically. The exposure
Michelle Obama, the First Lady of the United States from 2009-2017 gave her last commencement speech as the First Lady on June 3, 2016, at CCNY-City College of New York-to the graduating class of 2016. Michelle's message to the students is showing and sharing your story with the world is what allows new learning, bonds, and perspectives to thrive. Michelle Obama in her commencement speech states why she chose to speak at City College of New York out of the thousands she could have chosen. Michelle
it can be prevented, students at a primary school level are known to less likely to see race and gender as something inferior. Students also accept what is being taught without formulating personal opinions or political views. According to the Census Bureau, “by the year 2100, the U.S. minority population will become the majority with non-Hispanic whites making up only 40% of the U.S. population” (“How important is cultural diversity at your school?”). It is crucial for students to develop cultural
I believe having positive dispositions are the key to a healthy and fulfilling classroom, and as a future teacher, I know the importance of evaluating my dispositions on a consistent basis. I have reflected upon my strengths and weaknesses as a future educator, and an area of strength for me is in reflection. Reflection will also be an important part of my professional teaching because it will allow me to assess my strengths and identify areas for improvement. Through the practice of self-reflection
In Dr. Marylin Sanders Mobley talk she discussed the importance of culture and diversity in today’s society. She teaches us that there is a paradox in diversity, she states that the diversity paradox is the idea that some people believe that we have done enough already with diversity and other people say there still is a lot to do and we need to do more for diversity and inclusion. Until this paradox is fixed then we can’t move forward because if not everyone is working together for a common goal
Praxis and experiential learning provide numerous benefits for students. Being out on the field and seeing the real jobs, opportunities, and volunteer positions available expands students’ understanding of the impact of their degree. In class, we were provided with the opportunity to see the positive impact of such experiences through a presentation. In addition to the presentation, all four of the readings from Week Ten relate to experiential learning and praxis. These readings summarize the
Inclusion is a vital and importance aspect of education that promotes effective teaching however it can often be easily neglected due to the problematic nature of teaching which may cause teachers to be overwhelmed by other aspects of teaching. I believe that inclusion is an extremely relevant component of teaching due to the diversity of students that we may interact with as a teacher. Diversity includes multiple characteristics ‘such as gender, race ethnicity…….cognitive abilities, religious beliefs
Introduction Growing diversity in the United States has the public school system striving to set goals and practices to effectively deliver a multicultural program that shows the commitment of each school personnel to reflect the cultural diversity of its student body. When establishing these goals and standards, it is important to remember that a successful multicultural education program takes more than just dedication from classroom teachers. In fact, a responsive multicultural education program
celebrate the learning and cultural differences of each of their students. As communities and schools continue to grow in diversity, teachers are searching for effective educational programs to accommodate the various learning styles of each student while promoting acceptance of cultural differences throughout the classroom. It no longer suffices to plan educational experiences only for middle-or upper class white learners and then expect students of other social classes and cultures to change perspectives