The Diversity in “Diverse” | Origin: ED137
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Cultural Diversity: Including Every Student --> The Diversity in "Diverse"
Post what you've learned about this topic and how you intend to apply it. Feel free to post questions and comments too.
This module taught me that diversity goes beyond culture and ethnicity. Everyone has different experiences, backgrounds, abilities and perspectives that can affect how they learn. As an instructor, I will be more mindful of these differences, avoid assumptions and create a respectful and inclusive classroom where every student feels valued and supported.
Approach every interaction utilizing visual cues while realizing that every individual has their own schema which will affect how they receive and interpret information.
It is important to realize that there are multiple types of diversity and to be inclusive of all types.
Individuals, including students, learn differently. Their skin color, their cultural background, nor their gender allows for an instructor to "know" how best to teach them. Getting to know your students, their learning style, and adapting several styles in the classroom and on varying instructional platforms will help students to be successful!
Every student learns differently. Creating a learning environment where each student is valued for their unique learning style will result in successful students.
Each student is an individual. Create an inclusive learning environment.
Recognizing the harm behind biases and stereotypes and the importance of creating an environment free from these so every individual student thrives.
Every student is different, and you must keep that in mind. Also, don't let you own bias cloud you judgement, don't assume.
Every student learns differently; therefore, making it imperative that instruction is adapted accordingly.
Diversity is very important in class. We as instructors need to pay attention on those facts to be able to help as many students as possible.
Providing a more inclusive learning environment sets students up for success in the classroom.
By providing an all-inclusive environment where every student feels they can be successful without intimidation of any type. Making each student feel accepted and valued.
Realizing tone can make someone feel less included.
Stereotypes can be harmful to the learning environment because they can lead students to feel marginalized and as though they are not fully understood within their educational program.
Fostering an inclusive environment in which each student feels empowered to bring their best, most authentic self to the table.
While instructing a cohort, it is vital to use inclusive language in order to connect with more students which will then help the instructor to learn more about their students and specific learning preferences.
DI is definitely not " cookie cutter". Everyone is different
I have learned the importance of not stereotyping, especially based on assumptions of others and your own personal experiences. Recognizing the importance of the individual is an important part of their learning process being achieved.
Every student has prior educational and personal experiences that will impact how they learn in class. Trying to get to know students as individuals will help understand their prior experience.
