May 2023
equal opportunity employment journal
Page 31
The Benefits of Inclusion and Diversity in The Classroom
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’s been a little more than 60 years since Brown vs. Board of Education, one of the most important Supreme Court cases in the history of the United States. The decision made it illegal to segregate public schools on the basis of race. That cornerstone decision of the civil rights movement has played a major role in breaking down racial barriers in the decades since. It has also enabled social scientists to study how diversity in the classroom leads to students’ increased cultural understanding, stronger critical thinking skills and enhanced creativity, which all better prepare them for adulthood. The National Education Association reports that 2014 was
the first year in which the majority of students in American public schools represented racial and ethnic minorities. In addition, the Southern Education Foundation found that in 2013, a full 51 percent of public school children were from low-income families. While student demographics vary greatly across the country, there is no question that cultural respect and inclusion are values that matter greatly in the modern classroom. Those considering enrolling in a Doctorate in Education (EdD) program should seek out one that emphasizes the importance of inclusion and diversity in the classroom, and the benefits they can provide.
We are seeking faculty and staff who are committed to the community college mission, actively engaged in promoting diversity, and prepared to use their unique strengths to experiment and innovate in the name of student success. The Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District honors a diverse academic community and fosters equity mindedness across our institutions. As such, the District is seeking applicants who will be committed to promoting a culture of appreciation for diversity, equity, inclusivity, and social justice, and continuously examining our processes and practices through an equity lens. These qualities are imperative to achieving our district’s strategic priorities of closing achievement gaps among different student groups and fostering a work environment that promotes civility, collegiality, and trust.
For more information visit:
www.necc.mass.edu/employment/ NECC is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply.
For great opportunities and new positions, please visit:
100 Elliott Street Haverhill, MA 01830
EEO Employer
45 Franklin Street Lawrence, MA 01840
www.gcccd.edu/human-resources/employment/