Question 1: Personal identity and beliefs 10% 200 - 250 words maximum (2 full paragraphs)
Reflect on your own identities and think about how you are unique in these aspects.
• Culture
- Ability/Disability
- Gender identity and expression
- Socio-economic Life experiences
- Physical, mental and emotional health
Write about yourself considering one or more of the aspects above. Create a response that includes:
- How your identity makes you unique and shapes your personal beliefs and biases.
- Provide specific examples to support what you discuss
Question 2:
Identity and Beliefs as a Student Educator 5% 150 words (one full paragraph)
Based on your reading and your experiences (including field placement), choose one (1) of these questions and write a response. • How do either visible or invisible aspects of your own identity shape your practice as a student educator?
You must include one (1) reference to the Practice Guidelines, Diversity and Culture. College of Early Childhood Educators (October 2020) with in-text citations and supporting examples.