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4/30 How important is education in your life right now? Do you think students around the world value school the same way you do? Explain your reasoning.

 prompt: Education is extremely important as an adolescent. Even though not every country has access to free/public education, it is important that the basis of language and math are taught to every child during the developmental period, where soaking in language and logic is easiest. It will help with future cognitive development and in developed countries it is typically important for getting a job in adulthood.  summary: watched short film about countries and their journey to school reflection: learned about different customs of travel
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4/29 After viewing your classmates’ presentations, which cultural group did you find most interesting? Explain why. Then, reflect on how this presentation changed or deepened your understanding of that culture.

 prompt: I found the presentation about rural white men to be very interesting because it's a perspective I've never considered. Even though I know everyone faces stereotypes the presentation really opened my eyes to a group of people that are generally considered to not be marginalized. It was interesting to see how a presumably privileged community could face a single story narrative. summary: watched all presentations and presented reflection: learned about all cultures
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MAY FIRST: As we approach the end of the course, reflect on the texts, discussions, and concepts explored in Multicultural Literature. What is one significant lesson about culture or identity that has stood out to you? Explain why this lesson is meaningful and analyze how it connects to your own experiences or perspective.

 prompt: One important lesson I learned was the single-story focused lesson. It has opened my mind up to how common it is that every culture and identity has faced stereotypes that push them into a box or single story. This lesson resonated with me a lot, because I care about how stereotypes are perpetuated and how to combat them in society. 
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4/27 Which factor plays a greater role in shaping your future career choice: your genuine interest and passion for the field, or the financial benefits and stability it can provide? In your response, explain which one you prioritize and why, and consider how this decision might impact your long-term happiness, motivation, and overall quality of life.

 prompt: In my career search and planning I have honestly prioritized stability and financial compensation over passion. My dream career is accounting, specifically forensic accounting. It is generally a good job and since I don't plan on having kids the average salary is projecting to be enough to support the average single person. Even though the job is stereotyped as boring, and is kinda boring, I find stability to be more enticing than a hobby job. summary: watched short film and finalized project  reflection: learned how to analyze stereotypes
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4/24 What is the most exciting thing about graduating high school for you personally? In your response, explain what you are looking forward to most after graduation (college, career, independence, travel, etc.) and why it matters to you.

 prompt: I am excited for graduating because I will no longer have the stress of school. I like how in university you get more freedom to make your own schedule and work at your own pace, high school is too stressful and it feels like everything is due at the same time all the time. I'm also excited to be able to travel alone summary: watched Ted talk about future plans post-grad reflection: learned how to hate questions about the future
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4/22 Clothing is often tied to identity and culture. Describe an outfit or style you like that may not fit what others expect from you. How have people responded, and what does this reveal about stereotypes in society?

 prompt: A style that I like is alternative styles. It may not be expected because I don't usually dress like that and it also isn't very popular amongst people who look like me or expect people who look like me. However I still like the style and would definitely invest in clothing like that someday.  summary: watched a short film and answered questions, then finished collaborating on the presentation reflection: learned how to analyze gender stereotypes in culture
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4/21 Think about a film that represents your culture (or a culture you identify with) in a positive and meaningful way. Explain how the film represents the culture and why this portrayal matters. Be sure to include specific examples from the film.

 prompt: A film that represents my culture positively is princess and the frog. It showcases the journey of a young black woman as trying to start her own business in the late 20th century south. It realistically showcases the boundaries that black people, especially black women are faced with when trying to enter the business industry. However it showcases all of the rich elements of southern black culture like music, food, and clothing that was popular in New Orleans at the time.  summary: worked on group project and added most components of the presentation reflection: learned how to collaborate 
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