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Derman-Sparks and Edwards (2010) discussed how there are four main goals of an anti-bias education. One of my main goals as an educator is to provide a classroom where children will be appreciated, valued, and empowered. Another goal is that I hope to support my students and their families.

 

 

 Diversity:

I chose this picture because valuing diversity is very important to me as an educator and as a parent. We should respect and appreciate others for their differences. Our children, students, and the people we come in contact with should know that we value them.  

Love and Support:

I chose this picture because you can sense that each person is supporting the other. We need to support others for their differences and their experiences.  We can never truly understand where another person is coming from or the things they have experienced. We can however offer others love and support. I want to reach out to my children, my students, and their families and offer them compassion and support.   

Diverse Classroom:

I chose this picture to demonstrate the importance of a diverse classroom. When we value each other, then our students are going to be happy and feel empowered. They are going to reach out and support each other.

 

Celebrating Diversity:

When we celebrate diversity, then we are going to be united and peaceful. My hope is that people will open their eyes, realize their words and actions impact others, and learn to value each other. I hope to empower my students by celebrating diversity in my classroom.

References:

Derman-Sparks, L., & Olsen Edwards, J. (2010). Anti-bias education for young children and ourselves. Washington, DC: NAEYC.

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http://garrison-michigan.army.mil/sites/EEO/diversity.htm

 http://www.humanitysteam.org/node/2371

 http://www.allfie.org.uk/pages/hfi.html

 http://www.teachersofcolor.com/2009/04/incorporating-cultural-diversity-in-the-classroom/