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Which learning method do you enjoy the most? Class discussions, worksheet work, or hands-on activities. Select one and tell why.

  Prompt Response:  I enjoy when we talk about what we are learning as a class. This is because I don't have to write as much and I can hear other people's opinions. I enjoyed when we talked about the stereotypes of certain groups of people. Some stereotypes were that women can't drive, all African Americans season their food, and that all white people are racist. Summary:  Today we read a story called, "The Myth of the Latin Woman." We also filled out a worksheet connected to the story as well. Reflection:  I learned more about my identity through completing the worksheet.
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Prompt: Write about an experience when someone assumed something about you because of a stereotype. What was the situation, and what did you do?

  Prompt Response:  One time I was making food while I was on a FaceTime call. I showed the person that I was making some grilled chicken. My friend proceeded to say because I was white the chicken was going to be bland and that I would probably boil it. This made me realize that some people are just in the world being mean so I dropped my friend. Now I have good friends who I treat with respect and who treat me with respect. Summary:  Today we wrote down different stereotypes about different ethnic groups. Reflection:  I learned how certain people feel about the stereotype of their culture.
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Prompt: In “Girl” by Jamaica Kincaid, the mother provides her daughter with numerous expectations about how a girl should behave. Reflect on a specific gender expectation within your culture that has been challenging for you to navigate. Then describe one clear example of this expectation and explain why it has been difficult for you. Keep your response concise, vivid, and focused on your personal experience.

  Prompt Response:  One gender expectation that has been hard for me to navigate in my culture has been hiding my emotions. When men show their true emotions, they're considered weak. This expectation is hard because it forces you to bottle your emotions up. Bottling up emotions can lead to depression or other mental illnesses. Summary:  Today we read a story called "Girl" and we took a quiz over it. Reflection:  I learned that I struggle with certain expectations place upon me due to me being a makle.
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Take a clear picture of your “I, Too” poem and post it to your blog.

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  Prompt Response:  The inspiration behind my poem is that I play lots and lots of basketball. When I play pick up at my local rec center, usually people underestimate me or judge me because of the color of my skin. I am actually pretty athletic and fast. Despite what most people think. Summary:  Today we got up in front of the class and presented our poems. Reflection:  I learned that many people feel judge for the way that people treat them. Or they feel like people don't actually know them because they just assume things about them.
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Write about a time when you did something out of the norm. What was it and how did others react?

  Prompt Response:  One time when I did something out of the norm was when I tried to join chorus. I didn't wan't to but my mom forced me to. I wasn't happy with her decision but it ended up turning out good. I made lots of friends and they were people that I have connected with since. Some of my friends made fun of me but it was worth it. Summary:  Today I read a story called "Why I Want a Wife." Reflection:  This story that we read today thought me how different stereotypes can affect people and how they act.
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Describe a time you felt completely lost.

  Response:  One time when I felt completely lost was when I went to White Water water park. I was with my cousins and we were waiting in line to go on a ride. I looked away to see how long the line was and when I looked back, they were gone. I panicked and ran towards the center of the park because I thought that is where they would have been. Thankfully I was smart enough to talk to a life guard and they helped me reunite with my family. Summary:  Mr. Rease went over a slide show about gender and sexes in society. Reflection:  Today I learned that there is a difference between gender and sex.
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Prompt: Analyze how you’ve adapted to the demands of this course over the past week, and evaluate one strength and one challenge you anticipate as we progress, justifying your insights with personal examples.

  Prompt Response:  I've adapted to the demands of this course by making sure to complete all of my work before going home. When I make the most of my time, I am really efficient. Also, I am very attentive during class time and add to conversations. Also making my poem let me see how my cultural strength lets me be who I am and I don't have to be something that I'm not. Summary:  Today we read the poem "I, Too" and we had a discussion about it. Reflection:  I learned a new perspective on how different cultures feel about racism.
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