Reflection #4

Unfortunately stereotyping does not have any restrictions. A secondary student will however experience a different level of stereotyping than an elementary student like 'Micheal', at least most of the time it is different, luckily the frequency of stereotyping can be lessened in a secondary school because of the students having a greater since of self. This however cannot stop the stereotyping brought on by visual cues. How a student dresses, who they associate with, their demeanor in the classroom, and unfortunately the color of their skin can all lead to stereotyping in a secondary classroom. The easiest way to treat students properly is to get to know them. Never assume anything and do not pass judgment until you have talked to the student at least a few times. That is how I have done with my students this semester. The best example I can come up with is one of my students making a bad test grade. I was able to understand why that student made such a low grade because I knew the student. Another example is when a student is repeatedly failing to turn in homework. I never just assumed the reason behind it. I made sure I understood that student's situation.