Official instructions: You will write a two-page (double spaced) reflection paper discussing your thoughts regarding content we have covered in the course. The reflection paper may include things you found interesting, aspects of the course you may find difficult or challenging, things you have learned about yourself or a population, or other relevant discussion topics. The purpose of the reflection papers is for you to self-reflect on the content covered in class in a unique way. In addition, the reflection papers will help me identify areas where you may be struggling or how you are interacting with the course. Please be thoughtful and authentic in your self-reflection process as self-reflection is an important component in various professional environments. The ability to self-assess content and your true thoughts and feelings regarding it is an important aspect of your professional development.
Here are the topics we have discussed in class. Only cover some of these.
Based on the provided data, the topics covered in the curriculum seem to be centered around social issues, identity, and systemic structures. Here is a list of topics extracted from the data:
The Meaning of Social Difference
Social Identities and Intersectionality
Privilege and Disadvantage
The Cycle of Socialization
Intersections of Oppression and the -isms (such as racism, sexism, etc.)
Forms of Oppression
Microaggressions in the Classroom
Apologizing after Being Called Out
The True Cost of Social Injustices (as explored in “The True Cost” documentary)
Racism (Part 1) – Including systemic racism, white supremacy, and gentrification
Racism (Part 2) – Focused on redlining, racial covenants, and inequalities
Essay Writing and Academic Research Techniques (related to social issues)
Ableism – Understanding ableism, the disability rights movement, and barriers to community participation for people with disabilities
I have attached the textbook as well. We are up to Ableism. This is an opinion essay, so no sources are needed.
