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My art project consists of children's different skin colors my picture is not the greatest but here it is :) the reason why I chose this is so children in the classroom can understand that there are others of different color and its important to be kind to others no matter what color of skin they are and its also important to have peace and be kind to everyone and not treat others different because of their color.

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My art project was a bit rushed but I really took time to think about what I was going to do. I at first really struggled but I was struck with a sudden inspiration and this is what it turned out to be. I believe we are all one piece of a puzzle to work together to create a A beautiful future for children from all backgrounds. The color of one’s skin is some thing that we as teachers see but should not used to separate the children from each other but instead celebrate because our differences is what makes us special and we as educators need to teach children that.

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For my project, I wanted to use the symbol of a dove, representing peace and how it can be intertwined with diversity when all non-judgmental considerations, and non-biased approaches come together. The wings explain what it takes to learn in a safe, diverse environment with the understanding of what society has been through to get where we are and how we can make it much more enriching, and purposeful. Every child should have many opportunities to grow, share, learn, and feel important in their day to day life. I want every child/student to be heard and seen despite their beautiful differences and want to learn more from them as our generations evolve.

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sarah morfin / teaching in a diverse society 

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i decided to just write some things down that to me, are very important that kids know at a young age because some parents don’t really teach their kids this at their age and i think it is really important for them to know. i want them to know that they are always important no matter what.

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When brainstorming ideas for my showcase contribution I was a bit stumped. I knew I wanted to focus this project on diversity but wasn’t exactly sure how to execute this idea. Then suddenly I thought of a flower and all of its beautiful layers and petals. Each petal represents an individual somewhere in the world. I wanted to make Earth the center of this piece with various individuals surrounding it, all making up the flower. My showcase contribution highlights everyone’s differences while also enforcing the idea that we are all one. Everyone is just a little petal in a big world.

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Showcase Contribution Art - Heaven Arroyo 

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Showcase Contribution Art - Heaven Arroyo 

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For my piece, I wanted to express to those around me the importance of not just sharing our cultures with one another, but also learning to accept, understand, and respect each part of us that make us unique.

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Teaching in a diverse society exposes students to many cultural and social groups. They are better citizens teaching these strategies help students promote diversity in the classroom. That is why I decided to trace my daughters' hands and colored them different colors. A color is just a color we are all equal.

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-Savannah Marchese

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I hope my project doesn’t come off as too boring. I tried to draw something out many times but I’m not creative at all.
I wanted to capture what is special to me and what I feel like I am put on this earth for. Autism is dear to heart. For a long time I wasn’t sure what field of work I wanted to go into but going through life it directed me to kids with special needs. I kept getting pulled in the direction of working with children with Autism or special needs and I really wanted to help. I see first hand that people with disabilities get treated differently and people with disabilities of color a lot more. I pledge to stand up against these inequalities and all the biases and injustices that surround. That is why I put the quote “I can and I will.” We have the ability and now knowledge to do so. So I hope my fellow classmates will do the same for all people.

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For my showcase distribution, I decided to draw some digital art. I drew some hands in a circle that is all reaching out to try and reach unity. As you can see these hands are all different colors to represent the differences between people however, we all still have the opportunity to unite and create equality no matter how we differ.

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Teaching in a diverse society means providing every child with the opportunities and resources to become successful and happy in life, based on their different backgrounds and experiences. My piece of art represents that no matter their circumstances, each child should have an equal chance of making a change in the world.

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For my contribution I did this art activity with my pre-k class. We used different skin colored paint, all different shades of beautiful brown, and created these peace signs. I strive to create an inclusive learning environment where everyone feels safe, welcomed, and represented. After taking this class I feel so full of knowledge and also so eager to learn and grow more, for myself and for my community! - Dylan Bridges

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For my piece, I wanted something colorful for the classroom to represent inclusivity and diversity to show students and parents/ guardians that they are all important and we are here to listen, see, reflect, and support them.

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For my piece I decided to incorporate Winnie the Pooh because I believe that in some children movies and shows it shows how no matter how different you are there is always friendships being made. Which is something children look at when they watch certain things they obtain that and take it in consideration. But also I wanted to add some words to show how each word has a meaning and a purpose in teaching in a diverse society.

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This picture I grew is suppose to show some of the ways people can be discriminated against. There are many more than shown here but the picture is suppose to represent inclusivity. I think it is very important to teach children how people can be discriminated against other than race.
- Jasmine Balderrama

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Teaching In A Diverse Society Showcase - Diana Perez 

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Teaching In A Diverse Society Showcase - Diana Perez 

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For my piece, I wanted it to express freedom, comfort, love, etc. in the classroom. I want this piece to let children all over the world know that they are loved and respected no matter how different they may or may not be from one another. As a future educator, I want my children to know that they are all equal and we are United. Gender, race, etc. does not define a person.

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Teaching in a diverse society showcase - Diane Perez

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Teaching in a diverse society showcase - Diane Perez

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For my showcase art, I decided to go with a collage of different art designs that represent equality, respect, loyalty, and different culture that can be included in a classroom. It is important for young children to learn and understand how others are different and what makes them who they are as a person. The education tree is my favorite because a child’s brain is like a tree, it constantly grows and builds up strong with everything that it contains with it. Education is so important so if we teach diversity with it, it allows for greater discussions that will help children in the future!

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For my piece I chose to take a picture of the hands of my family. We are an incredibly diverse and blended family.

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For my piece I decided to put together different aspects of what is going on in our world today. i included freedom, family, and beautiful people!

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My piece is intended to show the factors that all go into what makes a great leader/teacher within a diverse society. I feel that there are many facets of us as individuals and come together to form the complete person. That is why I used photos of different aspects of teaching to create this compelte circular puzzle.

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"Learn from the past, grow in the present, love in the future."

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My piece demonstrates nurturing a classroom environment where students learn about the past, spend time in the classroom growing as people and learning from a teacher who encourages discussion and offers a sense of community and support. The visual metaphor of a flower growing depicts past protests and fights for civil rights as the soil and words of encouragement as the water to make the flower grow. The plant represents a student in the classroom.

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Hello, my name is Emily. For my showcase piece I decided to incorporate a few elements since it’s supposed to be a collage. These few elements, the hands, the colors, the different languages, and the LGBTQ represent what it means to me for a society to be joined together through all diverse biases.

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We have to love and include everyone and put our biases aside.

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I chose to make mine a puzzle. I also chose a few words we have learned about over the semester.