Perspectives
on Diversity and Culture
Since
studying about culture during this course I have learned that culture consists
of the shared beliefs, values, and attitudes that guide the behaviors of group
members.
"We all should know that diversity makes for a rich tapestry, and we must understand that all threads of the tapestry are equal in vaalue no matter what their color." Maya Angelou
I ask three friends and co-workers to define culture and diversity.
Bradley- 32
Culture is shared knowledge by a set of people
Diversity is the presence of people from a wide
range of backgrounds, and different traits.
Elizabeth- 56
Culture is a system of beliefs, values, and
assumptions about life that guide behavior and shared by a group of people.
Diversity is the state or quality of being
different.
Angela- 40
Culture has to do with values and beliefs.
Diversity means being different. It is exploration
of these differences in a safe, positive, and nurturing environment.
The aspects of culture
and diversity that I have studied in this course include factors of culture
such as food, religion, clothing, and language. Aspects of diversity are age,
gender, race, ethnicity, and sexual orientation.
Diversity is more than
just tolerating differences. It is respecting, appreciating, and understanding
the varying characteristics of individuals.
Some aspects that have
been omitted are government, recreation, environment, and economy.In the face of diversity
every individual is at a different level. Every person brings their own unique
experience.
Hi Robbie,
ReplyDeleteGreat quote by Maya Angelou. She says it all.
I agree with your assessment of diversity. It is more than just being unique, it involves respect and positive recognition of others. Applying such additives to our work with children and families will spread a rich and colorful "tapestry" beyond the walls of our classroom.
Sally