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Diversity Presentation
Presented to: Missouri Baptist Undergraduate Sections MBU Regional Learning Centers FALL 2012

Commitment to Diversity
Missouri Baptist Universitys Commitment to Diversity Missouri Baptist University is committed to maintaining a community that recognizes and values the inherent worth and dignity of every person. Missouri Baptist University affirms that an important part of the integration of faith and learning is the recognition that all people are created in the image of God and worthy of respect and dignity. We seek to ensure that all students have full access to the educational, social, and spiritual growth opportunities that the University provides to ensure that students understand and appreciate one of the Universitys core values which is social change through service and leadership. (1 of 2)

Commitment to Diversity
Through its curricula and classroom experiences, the university seeks to develop and nurture diversity because it strengthens the organization, promotes creative problem solving, and enriches us all. The goal is to present materials and activities that are respectful of diverse groups including, but not limited to, race, gender, color, national or ethnic origin, age, qualified disability, military service, learning differences, or socioeconomic status. Your suggestions about how to improve the value of diversity in this course are encouraged and appreciated. (2 of 2)

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Guiding Values Education as a Purpose

*HLC- A contemporary education must recognize
the human and cultural diversity of the world in which students live and work. (Adapted)

*NCATE- Candidates must be able to

demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and professional dispositions necessary to help all students learn and apply proficiencies related to diversity. (Adapted)
*HLC- Higher Learning Commission *NCATE- National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education

Your Role as an Educator

A strong educator understands and appreciates the needs of a diverse student population and models that appreciation.

You are the KEY!

Understanding
What is Diversity? Simply Put- Diversity means variety. Variety within a group. What are some examples of Diversity in people?

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Diversity Examples
Gender Age Color Ethnicity* Race* National Origin Cognitive Style Disability Economic Education Language Marital Status Physical Appearance Religion Sexual Orientation Political Affiliation Skills Obesity

Appreciation for Diversity

Developing students appreciation and understanding of the diverse world they will face.
Changing population Technology Global Competition New 21st Century Jobs

You are the KEY!

Importance of Diversity in Education

Why is it important to understand and embrace the diversity of learners within a class/school/community? Common Core State Standards emphasizes building culturally responsive educators How would you work with a diverse student? What is your strategy to support a diverse student? (ex. A student using a walker)

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How would Model

How would you model the appreciation and importance of diversity to your students and colleagues?

You are the KEY!

Advantages & Disadvantages

Understanding natural advantages and disadvantages within your classroom, school, or community that affect diverse students How do you identify both and address within the context of the classroom for each individual student?

Left Handed Discussion

Shaking hands Scissors Pencil Sharpeners School Desks Smudging on Scantron tests Credit Card Swipe Machines

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