firmation, solidarity, and critique is also based on understanding that cul-ture is not a fixed or unchangeable artifact, and is therefore subject to
I think this would cause an issue with the education system because many people would be offended if their culture was critiqued. a lot of people aren’t open to such criticism and would react negatively. It is also important to critique in a way that is t disrespectful but rather with good intentions. But, many people would be incapable of this.
found to be more proficient in their native language, are placed in transitional bilingual education programs. Because of lack of space in the school, the· bilingual programs are located in the basement, near the boiler roo
It’s absurd how they are sent to the basement because they can’t properly allocate a space for them. Just because it is the minority population doesn’t mean they should be fully disregarded. Rather there should be an attempt at making them feel included rather than excluded. Sustems like these fail students.
hen we enter the Brotherhood School, there are large signs in English wel-coming visitors, although there are no staff on hand who can communicate with the families of the growing Cambodian student population.
There seems to be an issue when it comes to acknowledging all populations. Because some groups are the majority there tends to be an emphasis on them but they fail to mention any others. At my school the majority population was hispanic, but there was a primary focus in the Mexican population. Often times the Salvadoran and Guatemalan populations got little to no recognition despite them being a large part of the population. The education system is responsible for ensuring everyone feels welcomed, but are failing to do so because they only recognize a few groups. Minority groups deserve recognition too.
minutes periods of such courses as U.S. history, English, math, science, music appreciation, art, and physical education. I
A lot of the times we are taught the major role that certain peoples played during a time in history, but they fail to continue to mention those groups later on in history. They rarely cover how people continued to live or survive after moments in history and how they recovered. Some are excluded as a whole and never mentioned, leading one to question where these people were at the time. By teaching about different groups and diving deep into their role in history students could understand how different works have either worked with or against each other. I would have love to learn about all groups during a time in history. Sure it is difficult to cover everyone, but a lot of people play a role that is necessary to mention.
believe between Asian stu-dents and African Americans....We often think of this as being a Black/White issue....racism goes between every which way between all people....It’s not just one group versus another.
Although many times it can be a white-minority issue, it can also be an issue between minorities. This is why multicultural education is so important. If we are taught about different ethnic groups we’d be able to understand our differences and not let those be something that divides us but instead unites. As educators there is a responsibility to ensure that students embody a welcoming environment and contribute to a society that supports others. Multicultural education should be implemented throughout to get rid of the barriers that divide minorities and the majority from the minority.
arents were on welfare or worked on the assembly line in various factories. Many of the students worked jobs to support their families or themselves. They all received free or reduced lunches
This tends to be a common pattern in immigrant households where they struggle financially. Although many times parents migrate to the United States with the intention of helping their kids, it is difficult to stand on your own to feet which is why they encourage their kids to work. A lot of them would not be able to survive if their kids weren’t also working. It is not that they don’t care about their kids education, rather the need to survive is much greater. Implementing multicultural education would help educate those that don’t understand the gravity of the situation and hopefully allow empathy to develop.
often on teaching empathy, respect, understanding and tolerance of difference
I think this could do a lot of good. By understanding and being taught about other people there would be a sense of responsibility and need to help others. Personally, I feel a lot of people lack empathy because they are not educated on others cultures. Multicultural education would allow not only for people to understand one another but also bridge connections between one another, making social connections and interactions much better
udents from low-income backgrounds are less likely to have access to medical care, which can allow vision, dental, hearing, and other health ailments (including asthma) to go untreated.
This not only affects their health but also their education. If a student cannot afford to buy glasses they will likely continue to struggle seeing the board in school. Similarly if a student has a hard time hearing, they will face disadvantages which can affect their academic performance. It is unfair for intelligent students to fall behind because they can't afford the luxury of getting medical attention.
The United States has long prided itself on the belief that anyone can succeed in this country—that anyone can pull themselves up by their bootstraps and reach their economic goals. Much of what is lacking from this discussion is the manner in which social policies and institutional arrangements reinforce poverty
Many, like my family have come in the pursuit of the American Dream. While I do think it's possible, it is much easier said than done, especially for those who come from a low-income. Not everyone has access to resources that can help guide those new to this country. Because of that, many left to fend for themselves, not knowing what is necessary to set themselves for success. Yes, many can find employment, but employment does not equate to the American dream.
However, elementary teachers have an impact on the future of student achievement that reaches beyond the classroom.
It's interesting how people so early on in our lives play a huge role in our future achievement. I see this being true in many aspects. Hearing my teachers talk about their higher education experience inspired me to do the same. Not only do educators play a huge role in influencing students for higher education, but often times help create a welcoming and safe environment for students who don't feel safe anywhere else. Because of this I strongly believe elementary school and its educators are what shape student success.
In fact, the biggest downside to being poor was that my mom and dad had to work really hard.
I have always wondered what the implications are from parents who work all the time and have little time to see their kids. I have seen this on both sides, low-income students whose parents work a lot to survive, and well-off students whose parents are always on business trips they rarely see their kids. While both are done for different reasons, I think the experience of the kids is similar emotionally.The lack of a parent figure in the home leads many to become independent. While the experiences can be different, I find many of the students in similar situations are able to find a common ground In how they felt, but plan to go about their lives in different ways. Low-inccome students often want a well paying job that allows them to see their kids, while wealthier students follow a similar path made by their parents.m
And I learned fast that making Father's Day cards was awful. I made them silently, then obediently took them home and gave them to my bewildered mother.
Although I was always fond of art projects in preparation for mother and father's day, I always felt bad for the students who did not have one or the other. While it is important to teach young students the importance of appreciation and giving gifts during an important day, it can make others feel uncomfortable and secluded from the rest. During my time working on such crafts, I never realized there could be students next to me who were participating just to fit in, but had no one to give the gift to.
Many nonminority or middle-class teachers cannot under-stand why children from poor backgrounds act the way they do at school.
I dont think it is necessarily their fault they are unaware of others situation. There is a lack of awareness and lack of emphasis on educating others about financial hardships many face. Many are oblivious to the fact that someone could be living in poverty because they have never encountered someone in that situation. It is unfair to judge those who are unaware, rather it's important to focus on the education system which is meant to inform students but often fails to do its job.
Although childhood is generally considered to be a time of joyful, care-free exploration, children living in poverty tend to spend less time fi nd-ing out about the world around them and more time struggling to survive within it. Poor children have fewer and less-supportive networks than their more affl uent counterparts do
This is unfortunately true for many, and became clear to me when I came to university. Many first-generation students and students who come from poverty have been too worried figuring out how to pay for college or simply how to survive, which forces them to take time away from hanging out with friends and exploring their own curiosity. This is why many of these students either go crazy their first year or feel as if they don't belong.
In reality, the cost of living varies dra-matically based on geography; for example, people classifi ed as poor in San Francisco might not feel as poor if they lived in Clay County, Kentucky.
This is a reality for many people, especially across California, on of the most expensive states to live in. However, I don't believe this accounts for changes in income. Yes, if someone living in California were to move to a state like Kentucky they'd likely have the financial stability to live well. But, as time continues and people settle in, they'll be forced to work the wages within that state, not California. This can potentially cause financial hardships because of the sudden change in lifestyle. Although it could be beneficial to move out of state, it is important to be cautions.
hile the eff ects of such insti-tutions in practice are never uniform or homogenous, looking closely at social dynamics in school allows us to see in sharp relief the ways in which school is fundamental to structuring society along racial and class lines.
I think this is very interesting and also accurate, although my personal experiences have been a bit different. I did not feel as if race was a huge factor in school until I cam to college, likely because I went to a predominately hispanic school with most of the instructors also being hispanic. But now at university, I see how race can play a huge role in the education system and how there are structures which go along racial lines, at times unrecognized.
Alice says in her interview that even as a child she did not feel animosity toward the black kids that threw things at her bus, as she understood—likely because of the Japanese American experience with white racism—some of the complexities of a racial order where whites controlled school segregation or desegregation.Chou & Feagin 2ed.indb 647/3/14 1:08 PM
Some children can be aware while others are oblivious of the racism that is occurring because of its normalization in society. Those affected, like in this instance, are forced to accept that it is reality even when they specifically have done nothing to provoke except be born their race. Those inflicting the dance at times aren't aware of what theyre doing, especially children who are likely just copying the behavior of their parents. This is why there needs to be an emphasis on education to ensure all students are aware of their actions and history which took place.
n the public mind Asian Americans are often synonymous with academic excellence, in part because their group scores on standardized tests and their college enrollment levels often exceed those of other groups, often including whites.
This tends to come with a lot of pressure that is put on the students because of stereotypes like the model minority. As mentioned in the text, stereotypes amongst Asians include. having high standardized scores, which can lead them to feeling forced to fit into this category. This leads to unhealthy habits which can affect their mental health nd well-being. Many are oblivious to the dangers that come with forcing stereotypes, especially when being forced to such high standards.
They found that these Asian American professionals are bicultural, with strong assimilation to “American culture,” but express a strong national-origin or pan-Asian identity as well.
This research is very interesting as it shows how minorities can both assimilate and embrace their national origin. This is seen much more today, where many minorities are proud to embrace their racial identities as mixed Americans. Many referring themselves as Asian-American, Mexican-American, etc. Even though many of these minorities who self-identify have lived in the United States for most their lives, their lived experiences are unique and embraced. Many are proud to be bicultural as it shows their uniqueness while also fostering community between those with a similar identity.
The white-created “suc-cessful model minority” stereotype made it difficult for non-Asians around her to see her illness and encouraged silence among the Asian Americans who knew her.
Even though the model minority is seen by many to be one of praise, it puts a lot of pressure on Asian minorities who feel forced to have to meet such standards. Asian people are not free of discrimination, rather stereotypes like the model minority enforce racial stereotypes even though they are 'praised'. Instances like that of which occurred in the text are possible. Others might not be aware of someone's struggles when overshadowed by one's success. Such stereotypes can put pressure on Asian students who feel have no choice but to fit into the model minority, but can lead to unintended consequences when the wellbeing is overlooked.
What do these encounters have to do with the cafeteria? Do experiences with racism inevitably result in so-called self-segregation? While cer-tainly a desire to protect oneself from further offense is understandable, it is not the only factor at work.
Through personal experiences, I think this can end one of several ways. Students are able to find a group of students who look lime them and grow a community where theyre comfortable. They change themselves to fit into other groups despite it not being something they identify with, and at times start hating their own. And, there are fortunately some who are able to find friends who don't all have to look like them, friends who make them feel welcomed. Everyone's situation is different, and as mentioned, the need to protect oneself is understandable.
The all-too-familiar media image of a young Black man with his hands cuffed behind his back, arrested for presumed criminal activity, has primed many to view young Black men with suspicion and fear. In the context of predominantly White schools, however, Black boys may enjoy a degree of social success, particularly if they are athletically talented. The culture has embraced the Black athlete, and the young man who can fulfill that role is often pursued by Black girls and White girls alike. But even these young men will encounter experiences that may trigger an examination of their racial identity.
The contrast pin attitudes towards two different individuals is astounding, especially given the unknown circumstances which led the individual to get there. This text highlights how many people have a subconscious racial animus which leads them to stereotype without noticing thats what theyre doing. By only praising young black men who are good at sports it sets a stereotype that that is all they can be good at. Everyone should be praised for their talents while acknowledging that is not their only potential.
"It was really a very paradoxical ex-istence, here I am in a school that's thirty-five percent Black, you know, and I'm the only Black in my classes .... That always struck me as od~; I guess I felt that I was different from the other Blacks because of that.
This students situation explains why many don't want to continue into higher education. Many feel isolated or as if they dont belong because they are the only person who looks like them in an advanced class. Even in higher education, I have personally felt like I dont belong because of the overwhelming population that does not look like me. Like the student mentioned, it does feel odd, but it is also something one has to be able to continue to work through to ensure the effort put into our education is worth it..
Given the impact of dominant and subordinate status, it is not surprising thar researchers have found that adolescents of color are more likely co be actively engaged in an exploration of their racial or ethnic identity than are White adolescents.
I think this stems from minor students e brain their race and identity. Why I personallyy do think I have explore my racial and ethnic identity, I was mainly due to the fact that I had to get comfortable being ethnically and racially different around other ethnic/racial groups. Many students who pursue a higher education and have to live in a place they are not used to are likely to experience a similar situation. Although I am sure there are other reasons for racial exploration, my personal experience make be think this could be true as well.
WALK INTO ANY RACIALLY MIXED HIGH SCHOOL CAFETERIA AT LUNCH-tune 3:11d you will instantly notice that in the sea of adolescent faces, there is an identifiable group of Black students sitting together. Con-versely, it could be pointed out that there are many groups of White students sitting together as well, though people rarely comment about that.
This is true for a lot of minority students who more away from home for the first time to pursue higher education. I think it is a subconscious actions, done to make one feel more welcome and at home. Minority students like myself are likely to gravitate towards others who remind us from home because it make up for the fact we miss our homes. Although this causes a divide, it also forms relationships between who otherwise would feel like imposters.