Every student is coming from a different background and we must seek to understand them as best we can to teach them well.
I have learned that students should be addressed bias-free and without assumptions. Having assumptions may negatively impact the student's education. I plan to use this information in the classroom, creating an inclusive environment for all students.
I appreciated the discussion on race being limited when it is focused on external physical characteristics. I learned that lessons should be reviewed for bias and to continue to use a variety of teaching techniques including technology to ensure all learners feel seen.
Culture refers to specific customs, values, and preferences, such as food—clothing etc. Race, however, is the defining attribute of individuals with similar physical features. Both are different but considerations should be taken because culture and race play a role in people's way of thinking and, at times, behavior.
Culture and race are not the same. You can be of the same race and not the same culture. Culture is beliefs, food, upbringing, language and many other things about a person. Race is grouping people by the color of their skin. It is not fair in any way group any person or persons. Everyone is unique and they should be treated as such and respected. Accepting and appreciating one's differences is the best way to show that they matter, they are different, and any differences are appreciated. It gives opportunity for others to get know each other and embrace their differences.
Race is a social construct based on what is seen, like skin color or facial fetures. Culture is beliefs, values, customs, behaviors, tradition, and/or practices that are passed down.
I have learned that we all have culture based off of where we grow up and not just our ethnic roots. Unfortunately race is a construct that is categorized with stereotypes, but by being vigilant and culturally aware, we can break stereotypes that usually accompany race.
This is a good module. We should definitely not differ or prioritize the classroom, or employment, by skin color.
To avoid racial discrimination in the classroom, it's important to be mindful of an individual's race and culture. As an instructor, it would be incorrect to make any cultural assumptions!
Treat everyone how you would like to be treated, watch for racism veiled as jokes, be aware of curriculum that could be marginalizing
I've understood that within some cultures there can be different races, and therefore potential for conflicts. This amplifies for me the fact every person should be respected for the individual they are, in order for there to be wholesome existence.
Both culture and race impacts the students learning in the classroom. Embracing and acknowledging our differences are important to understanding and helping others in health care.
One of the things I found most interesting in this part of the module and will use in my practice is to recognize how cultural differences may affect how our words and actions are perceived and how we perceive the words or actions of others. For example, the way one reacts to a scenario, a joke they make, or their style of listening may make them seem aloof or disinterested, however this is their cultural norm. Therefore, when we make jokes or behave a certain way we must recognize that this may be relevant to our own culture and may be interpreted differently by those from different cultures.
Race and Culture can be linked or not. Culture is more about the situation/ environment in which you were raised. That forms your perception, understand and beliefs in many ways. learned from family, history and surrounding.
Each student is individual, they are special no matter of their race or culture. They should be treated the same but also individual to.
regardless of race or culture each student must be treated the same and all students need individual attention
Fostering Inclusion Through Intersectionality in Education
Creating an inclusive learning environment isn’t a one-time effort—it’s an ongoing process that requires reflection, adaptation, and a genuine commitment from instructors. Recognizing the diverse experiences and identities students bring into the classroom means embracing a mindset of continuous learning and adjustment.
True cultural understanding goes beyond simply acknowledging differences—it requires engaging interculturally rather than cross-culturally. This approach affirms identities rather than minimizing them, ensuring that students feel seen, valued, and empowered. A person's identity is deeply tied to their confidence and sense of self-worth, and educators play a pivotal role in either strengthening or diminishing that foundation. When an instructor validates a student’s identity, it builds trust, encourages participation, and supports academic success. Conversely, dismissing aspects of who they are can create unnecessary stress, erode confidence, and hinder the learning process.
For me, this perspective aligns with intersectionality—recognizing that each student carries multiple, overlapping aspects of their identity that shape their educational experience. From personal experience, I’ve seen how dismissing even a single part of a learner’s identity can feel like invalidating their entire personhood. This exclusion adds an emotional and cognitive burden, making it harder for students to engage and thrive academically.
By prioritizing inclusivity and embracing intersectionality, educators can create learning spaces where every student feels respected, represented, and fully acknowledged.
It is important for instructors to acknowledge the different races and cultures in the classroom but not stereotype individuals. The best source for how to interact will be the individual.
Culturally competent teaching requires the use of intercultural communication skills - be inclusive and focus on what is being said and not how it is being said.
I have learned in this course so far that every person is different, we all come from different backgrounds and culture. It's important as an instructor to meet the student where they are.
