Reflection Of Working With Children : Class, Class And Social Development

“A child who copes with adversity through the social channel seeks support and control through the structure of his or her relationships. The roles and responsibilities assigned to a child within a social context such as a family or a classroom can increase connections and decrease isolation, as well as restore emotional security and strengthen the child’s sense of well being.”

Good afternoon classmates have been excellent to share are experience and the insight of our weekly discussions this semester. I've increased my knowledge this semester on the explanatory material of understanding that everyone in the community is affected society and through open communication of understanding our social surroundings. When I first took this class, I didn't know the difference between psychology which is the study of behavior versus sociology which is the study of people. Next, I would say I learned the importance of critical thinking and following the steps to research because if you don't come up with the question first your research is doomed. Chapter 2 the Zimbardo’s Experiment: The Individual and the Social Role has stuck

Teachers should advocate for all students’ backgrounds and cultures to better their students’ learning. To accomplish this, teachers should be informed about their students’ home lives, be conscious of how and what they should be taught, and ultimately make their education a priority. Students from poverty in a multicultural classroom need the correct tools and teaching approaches from their teachers.

If I were to describe this course to a friend I would say this class is more than what anyone expects and is extremely eye-opening. It is not like a normal studies class, where it has boring content. It has content that is insightful and allows you to really think about the issues at hand. I would encourage a friend to take it because it is not only a fun class but very informative. I would prepare them for the reality of this class. This class does not just touch the surface of issues we have in society, but it goes much deeper.

Chapter 10, Section 1 B, Poverty, Marriage and Parenting Problems, discusses how a person's social class, family life or family's attitudes can affect a child's relationship with peers, teachers and others in an educational environment. This section seemed to attract my action because it reminded me of a part time job I had when I was in high school. My job was to be a counselor and a teacher assistant for a summer and spring program called Bain + 2. The author noted that some districts and schools hire counselors to help students or sponsor after school programs for children (Foundations of Education, p. 291). When I worked for Bain + 2, it was an after-school and summer program in the city of Cranston at Hugh B. Bain Middle School. Hugh B.

This course has not been anything remotely close to what I imagined it would be. I pictured a class where we discussed voting, civil service, and the community. One which involved little to no reflection or inner thought. However, I have found myself reflecting and digging deeply. This class has put many of the major issues facing America’s communities in the forefront. We have traded lectures on paying taxes for discussions on privilege. Through the assigned readings and classroom content, I have found myself more knowledgeable on the topics at hand, and more established in my own beliefs.

I greet my student’s families in a polite and respectful manner during each encounter. Respect of religious and cultural backgrounds, family structure, and parenting styles is vital to the foundation of a successful relationship. This is done by having pictures and books representing diverse religions, cultures, and family dynamics in the classroom. Religious holidays are not celebrated in my classroom. For instance, instead of Christmas, we celebrate Winter Festival and talk about snowflakes. I celebrate different cultures monthly to not only expose the children to a new culture, but to also show how each child is special. Monthly I send home a family poster for homework with different themes to promote inclusivity not only for the student but also for the families. The posters are then hung on the wall. Discussions about different family structures is encouraged as well and supported with books such as “The Family Book “by Todd Parr.

“Students articulate the complex characteristics of children’s families and communities and use this understanding to create respectful, reciprocal relationships that support and empower families, and to engage all families in their children’s development and learning.”

1. The mental models showing how people spend their time was enlightening. What shocked me most was the poverty focus of time on Agencies. I know how this agency systems work, as I have assisted several families in connecting with the needed agencies. It not only is it time-consuming, but the level of frustration due to the paperwork and hoops must be overwhelming. This is especially true knowing how people in poverty lack the necessary phone numbers, addresses and other records needed to get assistance from agencies. Being aware of the time focus of people in poverty can help teachers become more understanding when a parent is unavailable. When a family is at school, use that time well. For instance, when there are siblings, set the times

While at employed at the Louisiana Methodist Children’s Home, I encountered children from various cultural context. The children were between the ages 12-17 with various religious beliefs, disabilities, sexual orientations, and economic status. In other words, not one child was the same as the others. As a result, I had to be open minded and careful not the generalize. As I worked with them, I learned to adopt a patient and understanding persona when interacting with them because of the different backgrounds. Because I was understanding and willing to learn about their experiences, regardless of the different backgrounds, the children felt comfortable enough to interact and relate to me. Because of the trust I had established with them, they

My responsibilities as future educator is crucial for the success of my students. As a teacher, I will treat my students with the respect and the equality that they deserve. According to Tatum, the education on racism and diversity needs to be addressed in early childhood education ( ). It is my duty as an elementary teacher to begin the discussion about the negative effects of discrimination and prejudice. As a future teacher, I feel a responsibility to treat my students with equality and make my classroom a safe place for all students, where they are safe from bullying and stereotypical remarks. In the short film, The Mask You Live In, I learned that boys at a young age, struggle to avoid the stereotypical definition of masculinity ( ). It is my responsibility as a teacher, to ensure that my students are respectful with one another and demonstrate good pillars of character. It is my responsibility to instill in my students a curiosity for learning and developing a love for creativity. In Ann Pelo’s article, A Pedagogy for Ecology, she describes the importance of paving the path for students to discover an ecological identity. She states, “I want them to see themselves as part of a community of people anchored by fierce and determined love of place and who take responsibility for its well-being” ( ). I want my students to learn about their communities and their ecological identity because I believe it can make a positive impact on their education. It is my job as a teacher to improve the quality of the community of my students by using my voice and supporting what is right. Not only

In the school environment, teachers may often experience different type of students that come from poor to wealthy families. As a teacher, it is important to learn and be open-minded about students’ backgrounds. In COE 202, my plan is to volunteer for the Boys and Girls Club and learn from my experience. It is important for me to volunteer because I need to experience what my future career will be like. Service learning can help one learn new things about what one’s interested in. The Boys and Girls Club is a good opportunity for me to see what it is like working with kids from low income families.

he child’s background and culture form key elements of the child’s sense of belonging. Understanding where the child comes from, his/her family background and beliefs will therefore go towards enhancing the child’s sense of belonging in the service and ensuring that they grow up to be proud and confident learners. Doing so will also help educators to develop respectful partnerships with the child’s family and involve the family meaningfully in the child’s path towards learning and discovery. Furthermore, the development of a strong sense of identity is critical in the very earliest years of life and underpins the Principles, Practices and Learning Outcomes of the EYLF. Culture is the fundamental building block of identity and the development

Throughout our semester together, our Social Issues class has discussed many different aspects of race, class and gender. We have had many opportunities to discuss and share our opinions on different topics and problems we face today. During this course, my outlook on life and other people has changed significantly. The use of projects and papers has further enlightened me to understand the perspective of others. The readings that we have been given each week have proven themselves very beneficial and have assisted greatly in furthering my awareness towards different races, classes and genders.

I truly enjoyed being in your discussion section B, I now understand the concept about LGBQT communities more clear after taking this course and lectures. My sexual identity is straight, but I feel confident contributing to the LGBQT society and understand the importance of equality, not just to the LGBQT people, but also to all the minorities. The readings helped me so much about how gender stereotyping affects our lives. I noticed how each movements created large shifts affected and constructed our world-the struggle for civil rights in the US, immigration rights, and gay and lesbian rights; none of these fights for equality were achieved by just staying quiet, we needed our voices to be heard and every little step leads to equality. I have learned the importance of being unique and feeling comfortable about my own identity and color, for whom I am. I wanted to take this class because the discrimination against LGBTQ is still ongoing, unless we tackle gender inequalities. I now know the importance of labeling sexual orientation, gender identity, and expression.