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A 3 page research paper that examines, hypothetically, the way that a child might feel moving from to a classroom that honor cultural diversity from a traditional classroom and vice versa. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
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is also often difficult for new teachers to overcome their own biases and cultural orientation in order to adopt inclusive teaching practices. However, in order to demonstrate the significance of
culturally diverse teaching as a goal, consider this thought experiment. McArthur (2003) describes a fourth grade classroom in Hawaii. The class of 24 students reflected the ethnic diversity characteristic
of Hawaii, with Pacific Islanders, Asians, European and Anglo-American students working side-by-side (McArthur, 2003). Through the medium of quilting--wherein different patchworks of cloth are sewn together to make a beautiful
whole--the students were introduced to the concept of cultural diversity and how this topic could relate to personal family histories. By interviewing family members, as well as other activities, the
students began to explore their own individual cultural heritage. They selected icons to represent each culture studied--surfboards or fishing gear, gourds, feathers, or poi balls, etc.)(McArthur, 2003). Over the course
of this project, McArthur (2003) observed that negative remarks concerning each other cultures diminished and were replaced with comments that reflected genuine interest and respect for the cultures of
their classmates. It is easy to imagine that many of the children in this classroom felt a sense of validation and inclusion through this experience. The project addressed differences between
backgrounds and honored each for its individuality and uniqueness. Now imagine how these students might feel if they went from this classroom in the fourth grade to one that
did not honor diversity in the fifth grade. While certainly no teacher intends to make a child feel alienated or excluded, an emphasis on mainstream, European-descended culture would certainly
have this effect. For example, take the topic of American history. A student descended from native Hawaiians may not see the US forced annexation of Hawaii in the same
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