Explain how multiculturalism can contribute to the elimination of different prejudices and ultimately the creation of an environment of tolerance for the diversity of life.
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Entry in the Journal:
Multiculturalism is an essential component of today’s society. It gives possibilities throughout my educational path to broaden my outlook and perspective, leading to respect for diverse cultures. One of the significant advantages is the chance to engage with people from all origins and cultures, acquire new languages, and explore diverse customs and traditions. Consequently, I may cultivate a more open and diversified viewpoint, leading to a more comprehensive knowledge of the world.
However, every opportunity comes with a risk. Multiculturalism may provide difficulties throughout my educational career. Communication, for example, may become difficult owing to linguistic limitations, resulting in misconceptions. Cultural variations in learning methods and attitudes toward schooling may also impact my learning process. However, overcoming these obstacles will improve my problem-solving and communication abilities, allowing me to function successfully in a multicultural workplace.
Multiculturalism helps to eliminate various biases, resulting in an atmosphere of tolerance for life’s variety. According to Kennedy (2018), cultural awareness is critical in building respect, tolerance, and understanding among people from diverse cultural origins. Individuals become more tolerant and appreciative of other cultural norms, beliefs, and traditions when they comprehend one another’s culture. According to the United States Census Bureau (2021), the US population is growing more diverse, underlining the need for tolerance and respect for other cultures.
Additionally, multiculturalism helps to reduce prejudice and discrimination by increasing cultural competency, which is the capacity to respect, comprehend, and successfully engage with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds. According to Module 3, “Prejudice and Discrimination” (2023), cultural competency is crucial in eliminating prejudice and discrimination by encouraging diversity and inclusiveness. Consequently, multiculturalism develops a tolerance, variety, and inclusion climate, resulting in a more peaceful and harmonious society.
Finally, diversity provides possibilities and challenges in my educational path, allowing me to build cultural competency and respect for many cultures. It also helps to foster an atmosphere of tolerance and variety, resulting in a more inclusive society. Embracing diversity will improve my educational experience and help a more peaceful society.
QUESTION
REFLECTION JOURNAL
Multiculturalism can be described as “the way in which communities with different cultures can come together for various reasons and live within the framework of common values.” (Dogan, 2017, p. 76)
Submit a journal entry of at least 300 words responding to the following prompts:
· Explain some opportunities multiculturalism can bring to your educational journey
· Explain some challenges multiculturalism can bring to your educational journey.
· Explain how multiculturalism can contribute to the elimination of different prejudices and ultimately the creation of an environment of tolerance for the diversity of life. Support your submission by including information from at least two references from this week’s Resources.
Allow yourself time to check your work for proper grammar and spelling so that your ideas are easily understood.
READING
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Kennedy, V. (2018). Beyond race: Cultural influences on human social life. https://open.umn.edu/opentextbooks/textbooks?term=beyong+race&commit=Go
Credit Line: Beyond Race: Cultural Influences on Human Social Life by Vera Kennedy, West Hill College Lemoore is licensed under CC BY-NC-SA 4.0
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Module 4 “Cultural Identity” Download Module 4 “Cultural Identity”(pp. 36–43)
Note: Please read Module 4 “Cultural Identity” on pages 33-43.
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Module 4 “Race and Ethnicity” Download Module 4 “Race and Ethnicity”(pp. 47–54)
Note: Please read Module 4 “Race and Ethnicity” on pages 47-54.
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Module 3 “Prejudice and Discrimination” Download Module 3 “Prejudice and Discrimination”(pp. 30–33)
Note: Please read Module 3 “Prejudice and Discrimination” on pages 30-33.
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United States Census Bureau. (2021, August 12). 2020 census statistics highlight local population changes and nation’s racial and ethnic diversityLinks to an external site.. https://www.census.gov/newsroom/press-releases/2021/population-changes-nations-diversity.html
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MEDIA
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Mr. Ting (2020, August 30) Culture, multiculturalism and pluralism Links to an external site.[Video]. YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QKwNYfsODMg
Note: Approximate length of this video is 8 min.
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