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ReplyDeleteReflection Journal 2-Denisse Cabrera
ReplyDeleteReview-What did you learn
In reading chapter two I learned the difference between stereotyping and prejudice. In stereotyping we are creating categories in trying to understand the world we are in. Prejudice is more of a judgment that we form about a certain group of individuals prior to understanding that group. As teachers I feel that we do not always think that we are prejudice, but in reality I feel that we all judge individuals in one way or another whether we speak it out or think it. As I think of my own class this year, I feel that even though I do not want to, I have already judged some of my parents, whether it be because they do not check their child’s Friday Folder, or email or call back without really know what situation he maybe in. I think that it is part of human nature that we judge and form opinions of other people. I also believe that stereotyping and prejudices is a part of developing as a teacher and an individual as stated in the book, Developing Multicultural Educators, “individuals pass through a sequence of not thinking about who they are, to questioning themselves in order to gain a sense of self, to feeling comfortable with their identities.
Reflect-What did it mean to you?
To me this chapter meant that as educators we need to be aware of our stereotypes, prejudices, and a racisms as our beliefs reflect on the expectations that we develop for the students in our classrooms. Numerous studies conducted over the years have proven that a what a teacher beliefs to be true of his students strongly reflects the student’s academic outcome. When teachers hold high expectations to students regardless of the student’s language, background, economic status, parent education and so on, students will excel academically and socially.
Noel, states that through tracking students ethnic minorities, women, the poor as marked as low achievers and treated as such that the students start to believe this and act upon this believe. Through this process schools and teachers most importantly continue to encourage this negative attitude towards students and the cycle of continues. Instead, as educators, we should become aware of our actions in order to help students achieve at their highest potential.
Refine-How will you use the information in your classroom
In my classroom I try hard to make sure that I do not judge my students or their families. I believe that everyone was their story, we have struggles, we all suffer in some way, and we are all doing the best that we are able to do. I hold the idea that my students are in my class for a reason and it is my job to make sure each one is as successful as he can be regardless of who they are. I like to think that I hold high expectations for all of my students.
Noel, J. (2008) Developing Multicultural Educators. Long Grove, Illinois: Waveland Press, Inc.
Denisse,
ReplyDeleteI think your reflection was very honest. I agree that we all judge others. It's part of human nature. Sometimes the judgements we make are based on first impressions. I know I made some of those after meeting some parents at registration. Then, after meeting them a few times, they made different impressions on me, and I felt bad for having judged them after only meeting them once.