Importance Of Diversity In Education

Introduction The diversity and non-English speakers have increased in the United States according to Manning, & Baruth (2008). Even, so with more ethnicities and nationalities increasing in the United States then so must education. But as the diversity has increased physically it has not increased in the educational system for lessons or teaching. Many students from diverse backgrounds often have trouble assimilating to the norms put forth in the classroom and feel neglected by the traditional system in place (2008, Lee, & Dallman) This author will create a hypothetical lesson that to teach in a classroom that promotes diversity and explain why it is important in the classroom setting. It will define the student population and all the demographics

It is a conscious choice to be open minded and include everyone or different groups in a lesson plan. Similarly, because tradition only includes the majority norms of rules and regulations. Showing the students through examples that all groups have experienced discrimination, and it is problem for everyone. Also, creating a culture of safety in the classroom so that students will share, because sometimes it can be uncomfortable. Particularly, when the students may feel that their culture has not been respected. It must be shown to the students that all are included and respected in the educational environment. Recognizing, further admitting that prejudice is there but acting upon it is wrong and being able to battle that it does exist in everyone. Chiefly, remembering as an instructor that relevant pedagogy must come from the teacher first. And, in order to be relevant the teacher must go through an experience with an open mind, so that it can be communicated to the students. Finally, in the last discussion having the students recognize how they identify themselves and how that creates the identity they want present to the world. Emphasizing, that all people have a place in the world and are included within it (2008, Manning &