BENEFITS OF DIVERSITY IN THE CLASSROOM.pptx

BENEFITS OF DIVERSITY IN THE CLASSROOM

1. BENEFITS OF DIVERSITY IN THE CLASSROOM REPORTER: MECHEL B. DABLO

2. diversity refers to the variety of differences among people, encompassing race, gender, age, experiences, talents, skills, and opinions

3. Benefits of diversity in the classroom 1. Student’s self-awareness given reference points or comparative perspective which sharpen assessment of their own attitudes, values and behaviors

4. 2. Cognitive development Gaining access to perspective of peers To learn from other students aside from the instructor

5. 3. Prepares the learners for their role as responsible members of society The classroom becomes a "public place” where community can be practiced

6. 4. Promotes harmony As a vehicle for promoting harmonious race relations Encouragement to interact and collaborate with one another

7. Diverse classrooms prepare students for careers in job markets with less concern for community or national boundaries . An integrated classroom environment fosters creativity, critical thinking and problem-solving A diverse classroom paves the way for academic success

8. A diverse classroom moves us out of that dynamic into a better space A diverse classroom lets students feed off of each other’s strengths and work on bettering their weaknesses.