Culture vs. Race | Origin: ED137
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Cultural Diversity: Including Every Student --> Culture vs. Race
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While culture and race are of importance, it is equally important to understand social construct to give respect to both. In the clinical setting, I will be intentional with my feedback and responses.
The importance of not being "blind" is that it can limit instructors' and educators' ability to see beyond students' talent and to see people as individuals rather than by their cultural beliefs or race.
As instructors we need to become really aware of our own language use and that of our students, and to try and use inclusive language as much as possible so that all of our students may have a meaningful and engaging learning experience.
We should embrace our differences and come together through shared experiences. We can ask learning to bring their perspective and experiences. This is especially important when entering into the medical field. We should be using all-inclusive language, different delivery methods to ensure understanding. This is important in the nursing field and as an instructor, teaching these methods on for students to impactful patient education skills.
In order to communicate new and sometimes complex concepts to students, it is important to present information in a variety of formats for the individual learner: visual, auditory, kinesthetic, etc. Asking students to apply their new knowledge in a context that they can understand demonstrates the acceptance of the new information within their own construct, their own perspective.
Race is an oversimplification of physical attributes where culture embroiders art, food, language, customs and traditions. Many cultures may be present in a student group, so it is important to assess for understanding of new or complex topics to verify that the information was processed, non-biased and absorbed.
Respecting race acknowledges who students are, and respecting culture honors how they live and learn. Both are essential for effective and inclusive education
Avoid stereotypes and supports students as individuals.
The OUTCOME will then be enriched and reflective of all student participation—this, in itself and in addition to content, is a wonderful learning outcome for everyone.
Culture and race is important. Learning how to respect our students culture and race and diversities help us and our students have a good relationship and how to communicate with them better.
I definitely think it is important to see each student as an individual who has the potential to be a great student when they are included. I don't mean included as being color blind either. The USA is often referred to as the melting pot because of the diverse population. I like to include other cultures by asking questions and having a potluck on a lecture day and every student bring a dish popular to their family or ethnicity to share with others and we can talk about our differences and how they can impact each other and ourselves. We can learn a lot from our peers.
Both culture and race are important, but it's important to understand which is a social construct so proper respect is given to both.
Culture and Race are equally important
Culture is more inclusive to all aspects of individuals, not just skin color
I currently have a clinical student from China who's been in the country less than two years. There are things she doesn't understand, and I can see other students reprimand her. I keep her close to me so I can be there to explain things she doesn't understand. I also talk to the other students and explain to them about being more understanding and explain things to their peer.
Being aware of one's culture allows educators to create an open learning environment where every student feels comfortable and respected.
As an instructor, recognizing each student's individuality is essential to valuing them.
This module helped me understand the difference between race and culture in a much clearer way. Race is mostly about physical traits, but culture is shaped by values, traditions, beliefs, and experiences — the things that actually influence how people communicate, learn, and interact.
I realized how easy it is to mix the two up, and how that can lead to assumptions without meaning to. Moving forward, I plan to be more intentional about seeing each patient, coworker, or student as an individual instead of relying on broad categories. Asking questions, being curious, and respecting personal experiences will help me provide better care and build better connections.
Recognize that every student has his/her own culture is a very important issue.
Race means in society not comparing each other.
