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Aneisha Parkinson posted an update in Negotiating Learner Differences MOOC…
Demographic Grouping in Education
When we consider the historical context of African Americans and their access to education, you witness one of the biggest contradictions in our nation. Historically Black people have been here since the beginning of the country's formation and were...More
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Aneisha Parkinson posted an update in Negotiating Learner Differences MOOC…
Social class is one of the most impactful differences influencing educational experiences and outcomes. It refers to the material conditions that shape a learner’s access to resources. It can impact resources such as housing, nutrition, learning mat...More
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Aneisha Parkinson posted an update in Negotiating Learner Differences MOOC…
Demographics Changing in our country and schools
As years go by, our minority numbers are increasing. This leads to more diversity in more spaces, including educational institutions. However, minority numbers increasing does not equate to good academic performance and graduation. As it stands,...More
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Aneisha Parkinson posted an update in Negotiating Learner Differences MOOC…
Productive diversity in classrooms
This module discussed acknowledging students' diverse backgrounds and advocating for an educational approach that allows learners to "expand their repertoires" without abandoning their cultural identities. While I have primarily gone to very diverse...More
Hi, It is so fascinating to read how important respectful mindsets of cultural diversity is in Australia. I love that you were raised to be open-minded and to receive knowledge regarding diversity. Your schools must be very inclusive environments.