After reading the assigned lesson, I believe that a few changes or additions could be made due to the area in which I teach. In regards to cultural perspectives in relation to race specifically, it would be hard to make any connections because my school is primarily white. I believe it would be interesting to have students do the lesson as is, but adding a second part that looks at specific cultural capital from other cultures. Students could then research their importance in relation to their culture of origin. This would hopefully give the student population where I teach a broader understanding of the diversity they should already be familiar.
Another interesting addition might be to have students bring in media representations that they love. They could bring in their favorite movies, bands, songs, television shows, celebrities and compare/contrast the different medias brought into the classroom. Then, we could have a good discussion about what these things say about our culture, society, and more importantly what we value.
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