Childhood Education
The danger of a single story
This TED talk by Chimamanda Adichie helps us know learn how to tell stories well, read and understand stories by other people. In her view stereotypes are complicit in upholding single stories. She believes that the problem with stereotypes is that they are incomplete and these stereotypes are created by single stories (Chimamanda, 2013). Her expression in the danger of single story guides students on how to develop sensitivity to narrative. She believes that hearing the same story over and over again makes people believe in that story alone and that is the danger of single story.
A look at race relations through a child’s eyes
This TED talk by Anderson discusses the perception of children on races. It addresses the general view of children on races. The Ted talk shows how teachers can play a big role in minimizing racism among children. Teachers can meet children in person and hear their view of and perception of color (Anderson, 2014). It shows that issue of skin color can properly be addressed in schools. From the Ted talk, we get to learn that parents are responsible of imparting in their children the character of racial segregation. They advise their children to choose friends based on color.
Ways how teachers can improve relationships between races, genders and abilities
A teacher should not only impart quality education to children but also ensure good relationship among children in class. Teachers’ communication with the children determines a lot (Ramsey, 2004). Teachers do not need to show any biasness in terms of race, gender, or even ability but should always be cognizant of different learning styles of various children by ensuring all children are effectively taught. By showing this example to the children, they will have an unbiased mind towards others hence enhancing better relationship among them.
References
http://www.npr.org/2013/09/20/186303292/what-are-the-dangers-of-a-single-story
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_86MZANg9Bs
Ramsey, P. G. (2004). Teaching and learning in a diverse world: Multicultural education for young children. New York: Teachers College Press.
