The Diversity in “Diverse” | Origin: ED137
This is a general discussion forum for the following learning topic:
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.
Race = what society perceives you as.
Culture = how you live, what you practice, and what shapes your worldviews
In adult learning, recognizing the difference matters because culture has a much bigger influence on how people learn, communicate, and participate. When instructors focus on culture and not race; they are better able to create inclusive, respectful, and meaningful learning environments.
In adult learning, everyone brings their own story:different jobs, backgrounds, and life experiences. When instructors prioritize diversity, the whole classroom benefits.
It means:
Better conversations
More perspectives
People feeling seen and respected
Learning that actually connects to real life
In the clinical settings, I have students that are already LPNs and others are new to healthcare. I also have students that are from other countries. For my students new to healthcare, I like to work with them individually to build their confidence. I do the same for my students new to the country. They're usually afraid of saying the wrong things or not understanding cultures.
Every student is here to learn irrespective of their race, gender, ethnicity or culture. It is very important for educators to create a healthy and safe classroom environment to enhance effectve learning.
As an educator, it is very important for us to create an environment where students can learn effectively irrespective of the gender, ethnicity, culture or race of the student. These differences should be acknowledged to create a very safe and healthy learning environment.
Instructors should be mindful that students come from various backgrounds and should facilitate their classrooms with activities that are inclusive.
Learning to look at everyone as an individual first and then apply what I have learned about them to the group to help everyone learn in their own way. Also, there are different styles of learning, so incorporate as many as possible in teaching so the learning will be more effective.
I learned the importance in creating a learning environment that is effective in allowing all students the ability to learn. A diverse and flexible learning environment is noted as being efficient and effective for patient learning.
I learned that it is important to create an inclusive educational environment, ensuring that all students have the same opportunities to learn regardless of their diverse backgrounds and learning needs.
Instructors should address stereotypes when they arise, encourage multiple perspectives, and create a safe classroom environment where all students feel valued. Regularly reviewing course content for bias and reflecting on their own assumptions also helps ensure instruction remains inclusive and equitable.
This module made me realize that “diverse” isn’t just about categories or labels — it’s about appreciating the different perspectives and experiences people bring. The biggest takeaway for me was the idea of cultural humility and staying open to learning instead of assuming I already know enough.
Moving forward, I plan to slow down, listen more intentionally, and check my own assumptions. Whether it’s with patients, coworkers, or classmates, I want to make sure people feel heard and understood. It’s a small shift, but it really changes how we connect with others.
Gender issues are necessary to recognize in the classroom.
Never laugh at jokes that cntain gender stereotypes
I agree about accommodating student diversity is important .
I amm sensitive to the differences of students
Never stereotype students.
Accommadating students is essential to care students.
I share the following comment "Integry different methods for different students is the best way "
Really, I agree. Students are individuals and learn differently from each ohter .
