Standard 2: Learning Differences
The teacher uses understanding of individual differences and diverse cultures and communities to ensure inclusive learning environments that allow each learner to reach his/her full potential.
As part of the student-teacher relationship, the teacher needs to have a firm knowledge of where their students are coming from. He/she should be able to identify with the cultural backgrounds of their students, no matter where they come from and use that knowledge to enhance their classrooms. This standard is especially applicable in the music classroom because music is a subject that transcends cultural differences and provides opportunities for all students. In a music classroom it is also possible to explore native music from cultures around the world as part of the curriculum.
I personally feel that I am fairly well-equipped in this area. I grew up in a city that has a very large population of Spanish-speaking Hispanic families and was in classrooms with students from this background throughout my entire K-12 experience. I do not have a problem identifying and working with people from a much different background than me. I’m excited to do my part in sharing music with my students, no matter where life has taken them before they enter my classroom. During my time at Ball State, I have taken a course on multicultural education that has really helped me become more aware of all the aspects of a child that influence their lives outside of my classroom. I know the importance of getting to know my students, and understanding their background because their background gives them the lens through which they see everything in the world, including my curriculum. I have learned about the importance of adapting my lessons to make the knowledge relevant to their lives, which will make it more meaningful and memorable in the future. In my MUSE 375 class, we discussed different ways to encourage multiculturalism in our programs. We discussed ways to incorporate different ensembles outside of the concert band, such as mariachi, and contemporary ensembles. We also discussed ways that these ensembles fit into the overall curriculum and program.
I will continue to grow in this area by remaining open-minded and welcoming to ALL students who walk through my classroom door. As more students from diverse cultural backgrounds join my program, I will practice inclusion in my classroom and do everything in my powers to ensure that every cultural background is safe in my classroom, regardless of what that background may be. I will gain more experience with English Language Learning students and students from various socio-economic backgrounds over time and use those experiences to benefit my students to the best of my ability.
As part of the student-teacher relationship, the teacher needs to have a firm knowledge of where their students are coming from. He/she should be able to identify with the cultural backgrounds of their students, no matter where they come from and use that knowledge to enhance their classrooms. This standard is especially applicable in the music classroom because music is a subject that transcends cultural differences and provides opportunities for all students. In a music classroom it is also possible to explore native music from cultures around the world as part of the curriculum.
I personally feel that I am fairly well-equipped in this area. I grew up in a city that has a very large population of Spanish-speaking Hispanic families and was in classrooms with students from this background throughout my entire K-12 experience. I do not have a problem identifying and working with people from a much different background than me. I’m excited to do my part in sharing music with my students, no matter where life has taken them before they enter my classroom. During my time at Ball State, I have taken a course on multicultural education that has really helped me become more aware of all the aspects of a child that influence their lives outside of my classroom. I know the importance of getting to know my students, and understanding their background because their background gives them the lens through which they see everything in the world, including my curriculum. I have learned about the importance of adapting my lessons to make the knowledge relevant to their lives, which will make it more meaningful and memorable in the future. In my MUSE 375 class, we discussed different ways to encourage multiculturalism in our programs. We discussed ways to incorporate different ensembles outside of the concert band, such as mariachi, and contemporary ensembles. We also discussed ways that these ensembles fit into the overall curriculum and program.
I will continue to grow in this area by remaining open-minded and welcoming to ALL students who walk through my classroom door. As more students from diverse cultural backgrounds join my program, I will practice inclusion in my classroom and do everything in my powers to ensure that every cultural background is safe in my classroom, regardless of what that background may be. I will gain more experience with English Language Learning students and students from various socio-economic backgrounds over time and use those experiences to benefit my students to the best of my ability.
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