Thinking About Diversity and Inclusion Christopher Dale Brooks Cultural Diversity Stephanie Medley-Rath July 25‚ 2011 Thinking About Diversity and Inclusion What are the dimensions of cultural diversity? Identify and briefly explain the dimensions by referencing both textbooks. The dimensions of cultural diversity are racial groups‚ ethnic groups‚ religious groups‚ and gender groups. Age is also a dimension. Minority groups also share the characteristics of experiencing unfair
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illustrate your explanations. Diversity: The concept of diversity encompasses acceptance and respect. It means understanding that each individual is unique‚ and recognizing our individual differences. These can be along the dimensions of race‚ ethnicity‚ gender‚ sexual orientation‚ socio-economic status‚ age‚ physical abilities‚ religious beliefs‚ political beliefs‚ or other ideologies. Example: One of my workmates wears a head cloth due to her religion‚ every one who works with her accepts that and
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long term health and well being of children. Physical activity supports a child’s overall health and well being. It helps with bodily development (i.e. muscle build up and heart and lung function). It helps tackle childhood obesity‚ promotes a positive attitude to sport‚ playing outside and other physical activities in later life. Observe three different physical play activities in your setting. Using the observation reports identify the physical skills children are developing. You need to consider
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kinds of influences that effect children and young people’s development. - While children are influenced by many things‚ there are no stronger influences that that of their parents as they are usually their child’s first playmates and while the world expands with each passing year‚ parental influence is still one of the greatest factors in determining the ways in which a child will grow and develop. - Background. Naturally parents will want to see their children do well. Sometimes though in an
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1. Understand the principles of developing positive relationships with children‚ young people and adults. 1:1 It is important to build positive relationships with children‚ young people and adults not just within a learning environment but within any social setting‚ as this forms strong interactive social skills throughout their lives. Children will build from the skills we show them because as adults we are their role models. You should always take into account how you approach someone and
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Unit 087 Work with Children and Young People in a Residential Care Setting Outcome 1 Understand the legal‚ policy‚ rights and theoretical framework for residential care for children and young people Assessment Criteria The learner can: 1. Outline current theoretical approaches to residential provision for children and young people 2. Explain the relevant legal and rights framework that underpins work with children and young people in residential care 3. Explain the influence of current policies
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physical activity is important to the short and long term health and well being of children. Physical activity is an integral part of health and well being in children.Our bodies also require physical activity in order to be healthy.Understanding and supporting physical activity‚ will help children have the right foundation for a healthy and happy life.Positive experiences with physical activity at a young age promotes the growth if strong bones and muscles‚ help to develop good posture and balance
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UNIT 6: WORKING TOGETHER FOR THE BENEFIT OF CHILDREN AND YOUNG CHILDREN 1.3: FUNCTIONS OF EXTERNAL AGENCIES I have a responsibility to help the children in my care achieve the 5 outcomes of the UK Government Initiative Every Child Matters (ECM) – Be Healthy‚ Stay Safe‚ Enjoy & Achieve‚ Make a positive contribution and Achieve economic wellbeing. It is important that I contact and utilise other professionals to help achieve these outcomes. This is
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1.1 Explain what is meant by: diversity‚ equality‚ inclusion & discrimination. Diversity means differences in ethnicity‚ heritage‚ customs‚ beliefs and values. It could be someone’s physical appearance‚ mental capabilities‚ etc. I teach the children in my care that their personal identity which is formed from a young age allows them to realise they are their own person. Diversity is positive and should be respected and valued because nobody is completely the same as anyone else. Telling them
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The Equality Act (2010) consolidates all anti-discriminatory legislation neatly and provides a clear guideline for assessors and assessments. Learners know that they and their peers cannot be discriminated against if they have‚ or even are associated with someone due to their age‚ disability‚ gender‚ gender identity‚ race‚ religion and belief‚ sexual preference‚ marriage and civil partnership‚ and/ or maternity or pregnancy. The relevant legislation should always be abided by and employment regulations
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