Overview of DiversityStudent Edition

CMS Urban Education

Sociology 12.C.2 Students will understand how socialization

regulates individual behavior.

Objectives 12.C.2.1 Analyze the theoretical development of

perspectives on socialization. 12.C.2.2. Analyze the roles of the family, school,

peer groups, and media in socializing adolescents.

Sociology 12.C.4 Students will analyze human relationships

in terms of inequality and stratification.Objectives 12.C.4.2 Analyze how individuals and groups

respond to and resolve issues of discrimination. 12.C.4.3 Analyze how social inequalities and

stratifications are perpetuated by social institutions.

12.C.4.4 Analyze how socioeconomic class, race, ethnicity, gender and social standing impact relationships.

Think about the aspects of diversity.  Which of these components would you include in your definition of diversity? 

1. religion 2. gender 3. socio-economic status 4. learning preferences 5. family structure 6. culture 7. language 8. exceptionality 9. ethnicity 10. race

CMS students introduce us to the idea of diversity. http://cms-k12-nc.granicus.com/MediaPl

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Which of the following definitions of diversity do you feel is most appropriate?  Vote for either definition A or B.

Definition A - University of Oregon:  The concept of diversity encompasses

acceptance and respect. It means understanding that each individual is unique, and recognizing our individual differences.  These can be along the dimensions of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, age, physical abilities, religious beliefs, political beliefs, or other ideologies.  It is the exploration of these differences in a safe, positive, and nurturing environment. It is about understanding each other and moving beyond simple tolerance to embracing and celebrating the rich dimensions of diversity contained within each individual.

Definition B - dictionary definition:social inclusiveness: ethnic

variety, as well as socioeconomic and gender variety, in a group, society, or institution "a company committed to diversity"

Bias An inclination to present or hold a partial

perspective at the expense of (possibly equally valid) alternatives.

A particular tendency or inclination, especially one that prevents unprejudiced consideration of a question; prejudice.

Can you recognize bias?1. "Today I would like you to create a

Mother's Day card for your mother, thanking her for all that she does for you."Choose one answer.

Bias Not Bias

2. "Welcome to AP Physics.  I'm especially happy to see so many girls in this class.  With my expertise and your hard work, everyone will be successful in this course and on the AP exam in May." Choose one answer.

Bias Not Bias

3. A teacher plans small-group work for students grouped by ability.  The majority of the students in one group are of the same ethnicity.Choose one answer.

Bias Not Bias

4. A teacher composes a welcome letter to be distributed to all families in August.  The letter begins, "Dear Parents and Guardians."Choose one answer.

Bias Not Bias

5. A teacher is considering a transfer to a school with a high percentage of students of poverty.  The teacher decides not to transfer due to concerns about potential behavior problems.Choose one answer.

Bias Not Bias

6. While grading papers the first week of class, Mr. Green came across Ling's paper. He couldn't determine if Ling understood the concept but saw there was a correct answer. Instead of marking the solution as incomplete, he assumed Ling understood and just didn't write down all the steps to his solution.Is this bias?Choose one answer.

a. Yes b. No

7. Mr. Thompson worked hard to prepare an engaging lecture for his class. He shared his ideas with his colleagues who thought the material was wonderful.

Is this an example of bias?Choose one answer.

a. No b. Yes

8. Mrs. Goodman came into the grade level planning and announced a special opportunity for academically strong students to participate in a new afterschool enrichment program. She asked the teachers to give her a list of students who should be considered.

 Mr. Williams explained that none of his students should be involved because he teaches the remedial students.

 Mrs. Jones explained she has 8 children that should be considered. The rest of her students are just learning to speak English.

 Mrs. Belfield wanted all of her students to be considered for the enrichment program.

 Which teacher is exhibiting bias? Choose one answer. a. Mr. Williams b. Mrs. Jones c. Mrs. Belfield

9. Kaitlyn, a third-grade gifted and talented student, was not doing well in math class.

She struggled with multiplication and computation. Kaitlyn’s teacher was convinced Kaitlyn was not applying herself. The teacher met with Kaitlyn’s parents and told them that a gifted and talented student should be doing better in mathematics.

Is the teacher is demonstrating bias?

Write & Share:What are the pros and cons of having a diverse society? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wRdbLRkxs3g

PROS

• Living up to societal values like equality, acceptance, freedom to live the life that you want (pursuit of happiness), etc.

• Learning new ideas and being more globally aware

• Gaining new cultural traits. (Ex: Diverse food selection)

• What else?

CONS

• ISMs– Racism, sexism, ageism

• Stereotypes• Conflict• Discrimination• Bias: unfair preferences for or against

something (can be positive or negative)

Googling Stereotypes

• Why are girls so…/Why are boys so…• Why are old people so…• Why are black people so…• Why are Asians so…• Why are whites so…• Why are Muslims… /Why are Christians so…

Race vs. Ethnicity

• Race refers to a person’s physical appearance.– Skin color, hair color, eye color, bone/jaw

structure, etc.

• Ethnicity deals with cultural factors– Nationality, culture, ancestry/heritage, language

White

Ethnicity?•Irish, Italian, German, French, Russian...

Caucasians

Asian

Ethnicity?

Guess My Race

• You will be shown several pictures…• In groups of three, you will go around the

room and try to guess the race of each of the people pictured.

• You must AGREE as a group.• We will go over this when we are done!

The brains of boys and girls. 1. The corpus callosum, which connects the left and

right hemispheres of the brain, is generally 25% larger in a girl's brain.

2. The hippocampus, which is a memory storage area, is usually larger in a girl's brain.

3. The prefrontal cortex in a girl's brain is usually more active and it develops at an earlier age. This results in more logical thinking.

4. For the most part, girls have more neurons in their brains especially in the temporal lobes (=more memory storage, better listening skills)

5. The left side of the brain develops faster in girls than boys. By middle school, girls have about a 4 year advantage. (more logical, analytical, objective)

Socioeconomic Status

Upper, Middle, Lower ClassThe upper class is generally defined as the

top 1% of households, with annual household income of $380,000 or above. 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_PsUyEYO16E&feature=player_embedded

In 2012, the poverty level was defined by the U.S. government as a family of four with an annual income of less than $23,050.  Low student achievement is closely correlated with poverty. 

Different perspective: Life in Tokyo, Japan: A Gaijin Out of Water

Thinking About Respect

Complete the following statements:•The person I respect most is _________ because ____________.

•My parents taught me to respect ________________ (a person/place/thing/idea). Respecting this person/place/thing is important because _________.

•I wish people were more respectful of __________ because __________.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n0POmdK18WU

Expectations: You’re writing silently in your journal.

Pair-Share!

Talking Points!

In our society, who are you expected to respect? Why is outwardly demonstrating respect important?What is the difference between respecting someone/something and fearing someone/something? Does this difference affect your behavior?

Interviews with Holocaust Survivors

http://dornsife.usc.edu/vhi/creatingcharacter/lesson/respect/index.html

•Look for demonstrations (examples) of respect or disrespect that the survivors describe.

This I Believe…

• “We Are Each Other’s Business” by Eboo Patel

• http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=4989625

• “The Right to Be Fully American” by Yasir Billo

• http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=6608111

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Write a similar statement on what you believe is true or should be true in our society .

• I believe in the power of respect. If we respect each other’s differences, we have the opportunity to learn from each other…

• I believe that we as a society (or community) are empowered by our diversity. We learn from each other’s culture, but also from individuals’ experiences. We learn about what makes us different, but also about what connects us (what we have in common)…

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vi35XQjFV_A

IDENTITY

• I am _____, ________, and ______. • Use 3 words that best describe who you are (can be

race, religion, character traits).

• I am honest, curious, and of mixed heritage.

Identity and challenging stereotypes

• I am (a/an) _______, but I am not (a/an) ___________.

• I am Christian, but I am not judgmental.

Damaging Stereotypes

MENMales may believe that to be masculine they should:

– Be in control and appear unemotional– Be the dominant partner in a relationship– Become sexually active early and have

many partners– Work in careers that are mechanical or

analytical– Assume responsibility as the

“breadwinner.”– Achieve status by earning lots of money– Avoid traditionally female work

WOMENFemales may believe that to be feminine they

should– Be emotionally sensitive and vulnerable– Have children, regardless of personal

wishes– Meet the needs of others before their own– Choose careers in the “helping”

professions– Be physically attractive, by someone else's

standards– Avoid nontraditional careers in math or the

sciences

Gender Advantages and Disadvantages

• What are the advantages of being the opposite gender?

• What are the disadvantages of being the opposite gender?

The Lottery

• http://youtu.be/RV03h3XWTDU