What is the difference between equity and equality? by Emily Connolly https://padlet.com/econnolly1/dz1j98dm7xyx Please add your answer to the wall below. en-us 2019-01-16 00:17:48 UTC 2025-10-26 16:05:44 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.com/econnolly1/dz1j98dm7xyx/wish/324993892 Equal access vs. everyone gets the same]]> 2019-01-28 16:01:53 UTC https://padlet.com/econnolly1/dz1j98dm7xyx/wish/324993892 sameness vs fairness https://padlet.com/econnolly1/dz1j98dm7xyx/wish/324997320 2019-01-28 16:07:32 UTC https://padlet.com/econnolly1/dz1j98dm7xyx/wish/324997320 Leveling out the playing field https://padlet.com/econnolly1/dz1j98dm7xyx/wish/324997350 2019-01-28 16:07:35 UTC https://padlet.com/econnolly1/dz1j98dm7xyx/wish/324997350 https://padlet.com/econnolly1/dz1j98dm7xyx/wish/324997354 Equality is everyone gets the same resources, equity is when everyone is able to reach their goals]]> 2019-01-28 16:07:35 UTC https://padlet.com/econnolly1/dz1j98dm7xyx/wish/324997354 https://padlet.com/econnolly1/dz1j98dm7xyx/wish/324997414 Equity is the opportunity to access resources for success. ]]> 2019-01-28 16:07:43 UTC https://padlet.com/econnolly1/dz1j98dm7xyx/wish/324997414 providing opportunities based on need https://padlet.com/econnolly1/dz1j98dm7xyx/wish/324997436 2019-01-28 16:07:46 UTC https://padlet.com/econnolly1/dz1j98dm7xyx/wish/324997436 giving all what they need; not one-size fits all https://padlet.com/econnolly1/dz1j98dm7xyx/wish/324997441 2019-01-28 16:07:46 UTC https://padlet.com/econnolly1/dz1j98dm7xyx/wish/324997441 Equality means that everything must be equal whereas equity means that everyone gets what they need to succeed. https://padlet.com/econnolly1/dz1j98dm7xyx/wish/324997494 2019-01-28 16:07:51 UTC https://padlet.com/econnolly1/dz1j98dm7xyx/wish/324997494 https://padlet.com/econnolly1/dz1j98dm7xyx/wish/324997513 Equity is providing students with supports based on their individual needs and Equality is providing all students with the same supports.]]> 2019-01-28 16:07:52 UTC https://padlet.com/econnolly1/dz1j98dm7xyx/wish/324997513 https://padlet.com/econnolly1/dz1j98dm7xyx/wish/324997535 Everyone is treated the same. Everyone has the same experience.]]> 2019-01-28 16:07:56 UTC https://padlet.com/econnolly1/dz1j98dm7xyx/wish/324997535 Everyone has access to the same tools vs. everyone receives the same instruction, time, etc. https://padlet.com/econnolly1/dz1j98dm7xyx/wish/324997554 2019-01-28 16:07:59 UTC https://padlet.com/econnolly1/dz1j98dm7xyx/wish/324997554 equal opportunities vs equal worth https://padlet.com/econnolly1/dz1j98dm7xyx/wish/324997593 2019-01-28 16:08:03 UTC https://padlet.com/econnolly1/dz1j98dm7xyx/wish/324997593 Equity is giving students different opportunities based on their specific needs. Equality is giving all students the same regardless of their individuality. https://padlet.com/econnolly1/dz1j98dm7xyx/wish/324997632 2019-01-28 16:08:07 UTC https://padlet.com/econnolly1/dz1j98dm7xyx/wish/324997632 https://padlet.com/econnolly1/dz1j98dm7xyx/wish/324997633 Equity and equality 
are not equal]]> 2019-01-28 16:08:07 UTC https://padlet.com/econnolly1/dz1j98dm7xyx/wish/324997633 https://padlet.com/econnolly1/dz1j98dm7xyx/wish/324997648 equality = the same equity = fair]]> 2019-01-28 16:08:08 UTC https://padlet.com/econnolly1/dz1j98dm7xyx/wish/324997648 Equal access for everyone https://padlet.com/econnolly1/dz1j98dm7xyx/wish/324997653 2019-01-28 16:08:09 UTC https://padlet.com/econnolly1/dz1j98dm7xyx/wish/324997653 Equity=hurdles have been removed so that everyone has access. Equality=everyone treated exactly the same way. https://padlet.com/econnolly1/dz1j98dm7xyx/wish/324997664 2019-01-28 16:08:10 UTC https://padlet.com/econnolly1/dz1j98dm7xyx/wish/324997664 Equal opportunity for success vs. Equal availability of resource https://padlet.com/econnolly1/dz1j98dm7xyx/wish/324997700 2019-01-28 16:08:13 UTC https://padlet.com/econnolly1/dz1j98dm7xyx/wish/324997700 Giving students what they need to succeed is equity. https://padlet.com/econnolly1/dz1j98dm7xyx/wish/324997712 2019-01-28 16:08:16 UTC https://padlet.com/econnolly1/dz1j98dm7xyx/wish/324997712 mzasueta https://padlet.com/econnolly1/dz1j98dm7xyx/wish/324997758 equity: it's
 needs based as a starting point. Equality is assuming that everyone starts at the same "spot"]]> 2019-01-28 16:08:20 UTC https://padlet.com/econnolly1/dz1j98dm7xyx/wish/324997758 Everyone receiving the same thing, compared to everyone being given what they need to have the same shot at success as others. gince https://padlet.com/econnolly1/dz1j98dm7xyx/wish/324997830 2019-01-28 16:08:29 UTC https://padlet.com/econnolly1/dz1j98dm7xyx/wish/324997830 Equity takes into account differences to make things more fair https://padlet.com/econnolly1/dz1j98dm7xyx/wish/324997844 2019-01-28 16:08:31 UTC https://padlet.com/econnolly1/dz1j98dm7xyx/wish/324997844 equality for all and equity as the first rule https://padlet.com/econnolly1/dz1j98dm7xyx/wish/324997850 2019-01-28 16:08:32 UTC https://padlet.com/econnolly1/dz1j98dm7xyx/wish/324997850 Equity: the quality of being fair and impartial.Equality: the state of being equal, especially in status, rights, and opportunities. tmyers16 https://padlet.com/econnolly1/dz1j98dm7xyx/wish/324998030 2019-01-28 16:08:54 UTC https://padlet.com/econnolly1/dz1j98dm7xyx/wish/324998030 Equal opportunity dyoak https://padlet.com/econnolly1/dz1j98dm7xyx/wish/324998070 2019-01-28 16:08:58 UTC https://padlet.com/econnolly1/dz1j98dm7xyx/wish/324998070 Equality = everyone held to the exact same standard; Equity = accounting for shortcomings so everyone has a fair opportunity to succeed https://padlet.com/econnolly1/dz1j98dm7xyx/wish/324998077 2019-01-28 16:08:58 UTC https://padlet.com/econnolly1/dz1j98dm7xyx/wish/324998077 Equity vs Equality https://padlet.com/econnolly1/dz1j98dm7xyx/wish/324998082 Equality is making everything equal.  Equity is providing resources based on each student's need.

]]> 2019-01-28 16:08:58 UTC https://padlet.com/econnolly1/dz1j98dm7xyx/wish/324998082 Equity is being consistent in all areas of teaching with all students. This includes providing accommodations to those who need them so they are on a level plying field. https://padlet.com/econnolly1/dz1j98dm7xyx/wish/324998165 2019-01-28 16:09:10 UTC https://padlet.com/econnolly1/dz1j98dm7xyx/wish/324998165 https://padlet.com/econnolly1/dz1j98dm7xyx/wish/324998212  ]]> 2019-01-28 16:09:15 UTC https://padlet.com/econnolly1/dz1j98dm7xyx/wish/324998212 https://padlet.com/econnolly1/dz1j98dm7xyx/wish/324998321 Equity is what is needed to succeed
Equality is same for all

]]> 2019-01-28 16:09:26 UTC https://padlet.com/econnolly1/dz1j98dm7xyx/wish/324998321 Equity is gi https://padlet.com/econnolly1/dz1j98dm7xyx/wish/324998623 2019-01-28 16:10:00 UTC https://padlet.com/econnolly1/dz1j98dm7xyx/wish/324998623 supporting students with each unique learning style. https://padlet.com/econnolly1/dz1j98dm7xyx/wish/324998782 2019-01-28 16:10:18 UTC https://padlet.com/econnolly1/dz1j98dm7xyx/wish/324998782 https://padlet.com/econnolly1/dz1j98dm7xyx/wish/324998785 The difference is “al”]]> 2019-01-28 16:10:19 UTC https://padlet.com/econnolly1/dz1j98dm7xyx/wish/324998785 mkornheller https://padlet.com/econnolly1/dz1j98dm7xyx/wish/324998923 Equality is understanding that all students have special needs and Equity is providing for students according to those
 needs]]> 2019-01-28 16:10:33 UTC https://padlet.com/econnolly1/dz1j98dm7xyx/wish/324998923