While
reading this chapter “Socialization in the Schooling Process” I entered a reflective
state. It was interesting to see the
contrast between school and family life highlighted on page 163. Table. 6.1 offered an effective outline of
the main differences that children experience when entering a school system
after being well adjusted to home life.
I can recall from my childhood the shock of entering the education system. I have a late birthday, December 5th
if anyone was wondering, and when I began Kindergarten I was not quite five
years old; my parents had made the decision to enroll me in a French emersion programme. I barely lasted two weeks before my parents
decided I was not “ready” to attend school, and that was the extent of my kindergarten
career. However, the following year I
enrolled for grade one at an English school and I was an eager beaver; in fact
it’s been a challenge trying to curb my enthusiasm and awkward yet endearing social
agenda ever since.
The
discussion regarding gender learning
beginning on page 177 was interesting to me.
It was just this morning in our early years science class that we were
discussing the notion that boys are better at science than girls. Of course we all know this is not the case,
but it is intriguing that this belief has perpetuated. I am curious to explore the various ways I
will encounter this phenomenon and how I will respond to the falsity it instills.
Finally,
this chapter highlighted the importance of effective
school climates for the benefit of all students (p.182). I completely agree that effective school
climates need to be maintained in order to provide a positive learning environment
that lends to the fulfillment of every students potential. I aim to create a strong classroom community
to ensure that all students feel safe, accepted, and connected. I think it is important to eliminate the “otherness”
and emphasize qualities that everyone shares and can be proud of.
Discussion Question: It is common to emphasize that everyone is “unique”,
do you think that this can create a negative effect for students?
L.
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