shared values Diversity Social Inclusion. The issue of diversity - - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
shared values Diversity Social Inclusion. The issue of diversity - - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
Social Inclusion and shared values Diversity Social Inclusion. The issue of diversity is not new Democracy requires we take diversity and social inclusion seriously. Democracy requires a symbiotic relationship Influence of the
Diversity – Social Inclusion.
The issue of diversity is not new Democracy requires we take diversity and
social inclusion seriously. Democracy requires a symbiotic relationship
Influence of the liberal tradition based on
equality of opportunity
Equity.
A condition or state of fair, inclusive, and respectful treatment of all people. Equity does not mean treating people the same without regard for individual differences.
Equality vs Equity.
Principles of Equity.
- Is a foundation of excellence
- Meets individual needs
- Identifies and eliminates barriers
- Promotes a sense of belonging
- Involves the broad community
Myth of Equality.
Equality of opportunity is sufficient Equality and equity are the same
Equality:
- refers to that which can be counted or measured: test
scores etc.
- focus: equality of opportunity
- sameness, one size fits all
Equity:
- refers to what is most desirable and just
- focus: fulfilling different needs
- access and resources; equal outcomes
Equality and Equity are not the same.
Frameworks from which schools can contribute
Multi-culturalism Inter-culturalism Integrative anti-racism (critical
multiculturalism)
Points for consideration:
Re-constructing inclusion: hospitality and symbiotic rather than
- ne way.
Beyond one size fits all
Focus on both equality and equity.
Inclusivity and excellence go hand in hand
Inclusive curricula, pedagogies
Inclusive forms of assessment: alternative
assessments
Create two-way dialogue about sensitive
issues
Make educators aware of differences and
how they can deal with differences
Points for consideration:
Beyond skills: learning to know, to do, to
live together and to be.
Problem of “democratic racism” Importance of holistic education that
recognizes and offers different yet equally valuable pathways to reach different certifications of same value.