Diverse Classroom Reflection

Running head: Reflection Application: Reflective Essay Pamela Harvey Walden University EDUC-6650H-1 Enhancing Learning through Linguistic and Cultural Diversity Dr. Marylou Dantonio June 22, 2011 Reflection Reflective Essay This course has really enlightened my view of being able to learn the value of linguistic and cultural diversity and the influential learning opportunities it gives today’s classrooms and schools. We as teacher educators were allowed to examine our

Before a teacher can accept and embrace diversity in the classroom, he or she must reflect on the challenges that can interfere with acceptance (Dray & Wisneski, 2011). This statement, in my opinion, is powerful. As a matter of fact, to be capable of honestly executing this type of reflection, no matter what the answers look like, requires an extraordinary person. Educators with an appreciation and a tolerance for culturally different students, and who can replace prejudices, will considerably

with diverse clients. In addition, counselor educators are charged to create structured opportunities for self-discovery, self-reflection, and understanding of values, skills and knowledge (Moss, Gibson, & Dollarhide, 2013). However, counselor educators are often challenged to go beyond the classroom to help student work with diverse communities and increase their knowledge of cultural competence before practicum experiences (Bringle & Hatcher, 2009). The challenge to move beyond the classroom underlines

Most likely my classroom is going to consist of very diverse learners and this will definitely affect the dynamics of my classroom. Some of the challenges with a diverse classroom are the fact that there are so many different multiple intelligences, creating activities that appeal to all students is very difficult, and the fact that it may be hard to remember all of the accommodations for each student in the class who has an Individual Education Plan (IEP). There are many opportunities available

1. Demonstrates an attitude of reflection and thoughtfulness about professional growth and instruction. Reflections and thoughtfulness about professional growth and instruction has become a part of my everyday routine while I have been student teaching. After each day, I take time to think about how the lessons for the day went and what I could do to improve as a teacher. Also, I get feedback from my mentor teacher and the co-teacher in the classroom on things that they noticed that I could improve

A Reflection on the Analysis Diversity for me is central to having a successful, creative, dynamic education environment where everyone is welcomed. Without diversity, I think we are less creative individually and collectively. I can describe diversity as a collection of people who have their own unique qualities, who are different and sharing and embracing each other’s individual beliefs, cultures, and thoughts. The differences could be cultural, racial, or learning styles. According to Coleman

EDUC600 I001 Fall 15 Final Reflection Journal: Diversity and Cultural Issues in TESOL Education During the course entitled Diversity and Cultural Issues in TESOL Education, issues of diversity and culture, as well as methods, strategies, and approaches for engaging English language learners were examined. Students all over the world learn English for a variety of reasons. Some students must study English as a requirement. Other students may wish to travel, study abroad, or work in the global marketplace

21 CONCEPTUAL FRAMEWORK School of Education Bethel University MCKENZIE, TENNESSEE Our Vision Guided by the values of the Christian tradition, the education faculty encourages students to seek fulfillment in their personal, social, and religious lives. We provide the tools for developing integrity, leadership skills, and the desire to search for truth and knowledge throughout life. We promote critical thinking, effective communication, appreciation of cultural diversity

statement of progress on the independent project, a write-up of one experiment, a peer review of that write-up, and other materials (homework assignments and summaries of class readings, for example) chosen by the student. As these examples suggest, classroom portfolios can vary considerably, especially when we think about them along four parameters or dimensions: (1) Type and level of class (in general education or in the major, for example). (2) Purpose of the portfolio. (3) Audience for the portfolio

Based on the article, "Mindful Reflection as a Process for Developing Culturally Responsive Practices," prepare a 500-750-word reflective essay. Within your essay, address the following: * Describe personal frames of reference regarding cultural, linguistic, and gender differences; * Reflect upon how these differences influence your ability to create a learning environment that respectfully encompasses cultural and other individual differences; and * Describe specific ways to incorporate