Brockton High School Core Values And Beliefs

As an adult, a parent, and an educator it is my social responsibility to make sure that the children I am entrusted with are aware that not everyone lives the same kind of lifestyle. We are all different in some way or another and that doesn’t make me any better or worse than anyone else. This can be a challenging concept for children that have grown up with only people of the same race, which hold the same beliefs and are very similar in the majority of their ways.

| Describe how to apply principles of equality and diversity when communicating and working with others.

Think back to a time in class when there was an open-ended discussion. The teacher would start the discussion with a question or topic and the class would respond accordingly. Usually each question or topic had multiple points of view. The discussion would start when a peer would state their point of view and then another would either support that idea or contradict it with something else. There would be no right or wrong answer, but it would bring to light many suggestions most people in the class would not have thought of on their own. New ideas are born through discussions and opinions. Thinking about and accepting other’s opinions is how we grow and mature. That doesn’t mean we have to agree with them, it just means we have to give their opinions some thought and respect them. Maybe they

I believe it is important to first analyze the word diversity when examining the need for diversity within a classroom. According to Webster's New Pocket Dictionary, diversity means variety, a number of different kinds. I often discuss and read about diversity in terms of cultural backgrounds; the unification of histories and stories from people from all over the world. Although, I believe that in a higher-educational setting, diversity can also be discussed as the acceptance of the various minds within a classroom. I believe that it is important to recognize the thoughts and experiences of others in a learning environment. Collectively, students learn from teachers, teachers learn from students, and students learn from their peers. By

Accepting the differences of others by expanding your own level of understanding begins with the awareness that your own culture

Educators should critically examine their own values, beliefs, and attitudes related to difference in diversity because we as individuals all have different experiences, beliefs, values and attitudes that can be quite diverse. Staying mindful of this difference is essential in professional practice. For this to really be effective, you need to critically reflect on how your own life events have shaped your beliefs, values and attitudes. Educators must put all assumptions and bias’s aside and keep an open mind when dealing with these differences. For example, by reflecting on your background, you can become aware of biases and prejudices that may impact on your relationship with others from different backgrounds. Once identified, you can then

One has to evaluate his/her thoughts, ideas, behavior patterns, customs, values, skills, language, arts, and faith or religion to understand and respect others who might not share the same culture or

Successful relationships are built on trust and understanding the perspective that others may have. I think that it is important to understand the perspectives of others and consult with diverse colleagues about culturally respectful and appropriate courses of action is important for early childhood professionals to have because they come across many situations where that knowledge would be beneficial. It is vital to understand diverse needs of students and the appropriate manner in which to address various needs or issues from a culturally respectful standpoint. Students may misunderstand my actions or intentions if they are not culturally applicable and sensitive to their needs. Understanding the perspectives of other cultures is especially important when concerned about clear communication in the classroom and between diverse colleagues. I believe that it is imperative to tap into the wealth of information and knowledge that diverse colleagues have based upon personal experiences so that they are able to share and help decipher culturally confusing situations with students. For example, I work in a preschool where I come into contact with many Hispanic children and sometimes I am unable to understand what they are trying to communicate to me. Thankfully, I have a colleague who comes from the same

The work and dedication of teachers, mentors, and even librarians towards their students inspires me to act the same way towards the individuals that are mocked for their differences. For example, I have skipped lunch and have spent countless hours to foster the English skills of my school’s international peers while giving them a smooth transition from Chinese to American culture. I stand up for them when they become the

We were grouped to have a discussion about education and diversity. It was such an amazing experience to have the opportunity to give my opinion in some of the questions without being judge. One question that stood out the most to me was “Is it teacher responsibility to promote diversity?” My answer was yes. As a future teacher I want my students to grow up with a different mentality of the world. Meaning racism, labeling, bullying and violence is bad. In our generation there is a such thing as two fathers or mothers. I want acceptance and respect in my classroom. The best way to change a person's mind is to start out young and teach them about these

As a future educator, I feel it is important not just to practice this behavior in my dealings with students and the society at large. The consciousness for embracing the differences of humanity,

* Reflect upon how these differences influence your ability to create a learning environment that respectfully encompasses cultural and other individual differences; and

If the quote above is to be believed, then the strength of a classroom resides in the differences rather than the similarities of its students. In my Pedagogy course (PEDG 5367) concerning diversity and multi-culturalism, I was able to realize first-hand how diverse a classroom of learners can be. I was instructed to create a unit plan (see Appendix A- Manners Across Cultures Unit Plan) that comprised approximately five hours of instruction time. In the unit plan I had to reflect on diverse learners and include instruction which met the needs of several different populations of students including special

A university, like organizations and communities, are comprised of individuals representing different cultural and religious backgrounds. In defining the rules of conduct for individuals functioning together, it is necessary to formally define those rules to ensure that all are aware of the common values that should be adhered to and the consequences of non-adherence.

First, I will start out by talking about the importance of a socially just education. As our world becomes more diverse every day, as teachers we need to understand how to be mindful of every student’s beliefs and culture. In order to give every student, the education they deserve, teachers need to teach as if everyone is the same, not to treat one culture better than the other. It is in human nature to divide up into groups of people that are like you, so naturally this would happen in a classroom. I hope that in the new age of teaching, that myself and other teachers will break this notion apart. Cultures should be brought together in order to understand one another and their views. Teaching is not always about curriculum, but rather an introspective look on bringing groups of students together to learn as a whole.