” it is a much more straightforward task to teach 30 clones than it is to teach 30 individuals and so we treat them as such”…. this statement is the reality that is still perceived in many classrooms. And I think is great that we are getting the opportunity in this class and other space to think how we can start the change, but there is also the “sad” part of the many years that faculty that are fixed with their “teach to clones ” approach will continue to do so… Definitely we need to shift the classes when we have the opportunity, but we should also reach current faculty and try to work with them to change their ways….liked your post

Knowing the whole story before judging… I think the example you gave in relation to driving might be one of many misinterpretations that people have because of “lack of knowledge”… thank you for sharing

Hi, I second Grace and Jonathan, your post reminded me of an “Enterprise Relationships” (probably not the best translation) class I took several years ago. One of the scenarios we covered was that of “negotiating” either a deal with another company, salary with employees, policies, etc… and how important is that all parties enter a negotiation with the “all should win” idea and not “let’s see how I can get the best part”. It might not be exactly the same as discussing critical issues, but what is the same is the disposition that you should have to start the discussion and always be mindful of the moment. Great post.

Hi Jyotsana, I absolutely agree with what you expressed. I think the second point I was trying to make with the post ended up being eclipsed. I tried to also point out the importance of analyzing issues from multiple perspectives, because it all ends on how people interpret a word or what they feel about it. As I was writing my post, I came to that realization. And yes one intention was to point out how emphasizing so much on diversity and inclusion could lead to unwanted segregation, but it wasn’t all… In respect to your final comment, I am not sure we could reach an agreement of how people interpret a word, so at the end the word might not matter. What I wish we could reach at one point is that conclusion: “but they are”, “all are equal” and in my ideal word, perhaps eliminating words that speak of difference could help to get there :)… now I could be part of a minority on this… cannot blame the words hehehe

Hi Jonathan, thanks for the comments. I think you were more successful to explain one of my thoughts on the matter, and I am glad I was successful to convey the message also, at some point while writing felt it was going to be confusing.