Aarika Wall

Students who are in career education may be affected by learning challenges, even as adult learners. We must acknowledge that student may have learning challenges, but they may also have learning preferences that they use to be successful learners. 

A person who is highly literate may appear to struggle as they navigate a new language. If you see a student struggling with the English language, you may offer resources or help them understand that learning in their mother-language is appropriate if necessary. You don't want students to struggle because English is their second language. As an instructor, you should be mindful and continue to be inclusive of those who may be learning a new language. 

It is important for all instructors to acknowledge the vast differences that arise from each persons cultural beliefs. The goal is understand that cultural affects all aspects of our lives and each student will have a different experience. As an instructor, we should be open to exploring and understanding cultural differences rather than just tolerating them. Race is a social construct and everyone has a different understanding or experience with race. These experiences could be positive or negative. As instructors, it is our job to help students understand the differences in race and culture that may present themselves in the… >>>

As instructors, we should create a space where everyone is capable of achieving their maximum potential. It is important to consider all aspects of a person, including culture, gender, and social norms when interacting with them. Each person, including ourselves, has their own set of morals and values that will inherently affect them as a student. We must acknowledge these differences in order to have a successful instructor-student relationship.