This, I believe, is a two sided coin. I grew up in Kumasi, Ghana which is a largely homogenous society. In a society where we all shared a common culture, it almost felt like we were all equals in terms of positionality. It is important to note, however, that other factors such as socioeconomic status, …
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Gorski reflection
In this article, Gorski argues that using terms like ‘culture’, ‘cultural competence’ or ‘cultural proficiency’ shifts the central focus from the deep rooted inequity in educational structures and systems of the world at large to appreciating ‘cultural’ diversity, which usually tends to cause more harm than good. Per some definitions of culture, one can argue …
Reflection
So far, we’ve dealt with a lot of materials and had a lot of discussions that havereshaped my thinking in a lot of ways or that have drawn my attention to issues I never quitepaid much attention to in the past. One reading from this class which particularly stood out tome was the Sorrells reading. …
My Faraway Friend
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