Diversity Multiculturalism

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

MasterCard has also partnered up with other minority-focused organizations, such as Women 2.0, which is focused on connecting talented women in technology to existing entrepreneurs (6). The relationship between Women 2.0 and MasterCard will help create communities of innovative women in technology, and to help them cultivate future leaders of these women and provide continuous support through their careers (6).

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:

As I reflect over my life, I appreciate the many diverse experiences I’ve came to encounter. My experience with diversity dates back to birth. I am from a small rural town, Moss Point, MS. and notably the last state to abolish slavery. The town currently has a population of 13,704 people and consists of 73% Blacks or African Americans, 23% Caucasian, 1% Hispanic or Latino and 1% bi-racial.

What Does Diversity Mean to You, and What Does a Diverse Insurance Industry Look Like? By Amanda M. White, CPCU, API

In order to promote social justice and cultural diversity, Americans should strive to find change through the following: education, community involvement through open and relevant dialogue and social and civil activism which is necessary to promote change within American society. It was Dr. Benjamin E. Mays, who once said in reference to social justice “Honest communication is built on truth and integrity and upon respect of the one for the other.” In order to promote social justice and diversity, it is critical that a clear definition of the terms are gained in order to apply them to the education process.

To me, Professor Rashmi Goel is the epitome of diversity inclusiveness in the workplace at Denver Law. As one of the key people in the Race, Place and Law organization, she lives by the standards of acceptance, understanding, and inclusiveness. She is one of the key reasons that I feel at home and at peace at Denver law.

How do you feel about history? Do you like or dislike it? Everyone has different opinions about history. Keeping old history today can be both a good and a bad thing. For example slavery and racial diversity, slavery would be a bad idea because many people would be wanting freedom causing them to boycott and or run away. Racial diversity, would be a good idea because it would keep all people untied and in peace. In the city Longtown located in the state Ohio, has races mixed freely for almost 200 years. Racial diversity must be keeped in Longtown, Ohio by making people aware of the situation and how racial diversity has kept the people in Longtown united and in peace. In the article Ohio town holds rare history: Races mix freely for nearly

It is important to understand the broader issues faced by families, this is so you can respond to each family’s individual needs and provide them with support to help them more effectively and attentively. The best way to do this is by asking lots of questions and finding out as much information as possible. For example, finding out the Child’s country of birth, where they grew up, how long they’ve lived in Australia for, what languages they speak, what food do they want their child to eat and is there anything they would like us as educators to do that may help enrich their child’s experience while they are at our centre. Understanding of the children and families in our service is very important because it enables us to share each child’s

A major part that has helped me promote these skills in my classroom is through professional development. Collaborating with my colleagues keeps me focused and engaged on tasks inside the school and classroom. Observing different styles of teaching has motivated me to try new ideas in my classroom and when my students show excitement about trying new things I know that they are succeeding in their own way.

In today’s society the words culture, diversity and multicultural environments are used to support the idea of an inclusive organization. Adhering to federal and state mandates, in addition to maintaining a politically correct appearance with regards to culturally diverse organizations is the new normal. The purpose of this paper is to examine the definitions of culture, diversity and multiculturalism as well as provide some insight into the current standings around these topics as a nation and within an urban public school system. First, definitions of culture, diversity, and multicultural perspectives will be presented. Followed by personal reflections on some current issues in public schools organizations culture and its impact. Prior

After viewing the image, “September 11,” it is interesting to consider how diverse the United States became after the terroristic attack of “9/11;” meaning, how much the country changed regarding the public’s attitudes and how the government reacted to such a tragedy after the initial shock wore off. Therefore, this image goes along with the chapter title, Diversity in Today’s World, because before “9/11” the U.S. was more open and trusting to immigrants coming into the country; however, after viewing this image, the reality is that this country changed from trusting to a form of hatred and fear overnight due to great tragedy that would ultimately create diversity in today’s world.

What does Diversity and Multiculturalism mean to me? I believe that diversity has become so much more than just the basic qualities of race or gender. It now includes all qualities that make everyone unique, as individuals or as part of a larger group. It is also the acceptance, respect, and understanding of these unique qualities that makes diversity work in a given society. Multiculturalism is the system that is centered around the respect for and the promotion of ethnic and or gender diversity in the society. Multiculturalism is the status of several different ethnic, racial, religious or cultural groups co-existing in the same society. Today, in the U.S. we already

When it comes to being in a classroom you will have culturally diverse students. “Weinstein, Tomlinson-Clarke and Curran (2004) developed a five-part

We live in a society where people come from different countries, they belong to different cultural, religion, ethnic groups, and races. All these factors come together and contributes to differences that make us unique from each other. Hence, a multicultural country with huge diversity. This reflection journal will cover what “human race” is and what role it plays in ones’ personal life and in a nursing profession. Moreover, what bias, assumptions and judgements are, and how to avoid them. Lastly, what caring is and what role does it play in nursing.