Equality and Diversity in Educational Environment

This article discusses the importance of promoting equality and diversity in educational environment. It provides strategies and initiatives to create a safe and inclusive learning environment, and highlights the impact of the Equality Act 2010. It also suggests steps schools can take to promote diversity in the wider community.

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Equality and Diversity in Educational Environment
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Table of Contents
Task 2......................................................................................................3
Introduction............................................................................................3
Part A....................................................................................................3
Part B....................................................................................................3
Conclusion.............................................................................................4
Task 3......................................................................................................5
Introduction............................................................................................5
Part A....................................................................................................5
Part B....................................................................................................5
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ii..........................................................................................................5
Conclusions...........................................................................................6
Task 4......................................................................................................7
Introduction............................................................................................7
Steps which can be taken by schools...................................................7
Conclusions...........................................................................................7

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Task 5......................................................................................................8
Introduction............................................................................................8
Part A....................................................................................................8
Part B....................................................................................................8
Part C....................................................................................................9
Conclusions...........................................................................................9
References.............................................................................................10

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Task 2
Introduction
The purpose of this task (A) is to share my experience in relation to how
the promotion of equality and diversity has helped towards ensuring a safe
environment which enhances the process of learning within the class room.
Task B identifies and provides a brief understanding in relation five actions
and strategies used to promote equality and diversity in the class room.
Part A
The promotion of equality and Diversity within the classroom has been
prominently beneficial towards ensuring and environment which is safe
promotes enabling of learning. The principles of equity and Diversity have
set a good example before the students. They have been made to realize
the importance equity and Diversity within the society. The concept have
enabled students belonging to different backgrounds towards fulfilling their
potentials. I feel this because as the whole class is aware about the
principles of equity and Diversity there is a sense of respect which the
student observe and relation to each other. The students try to understand
the cultures of others which not only creates harmonium within the
classroom was also enhances the knowledge of the students in relation to

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different cultures. The principles have enhanced the overall happiness of
students within the classrooms. There are significantly less number of
conflicts which take place within the class which enables the student to
learn more amidst the safe environment. The principles have prevented the
students from being anomaly and enhanced the sense of inclusion within
them. When the students get an understanding about the cultures of others
it automatically discourages them to observe a prejudicial treatment
towards others. The concept in addition reduces conflict between those
who belong to different cultures and races by enhancing acceptance of
others. The students within the classroom celebrate festivals of each other
with equal joy which enhances harmony within the classroom and
subsequently promotes a safe environment which enables learning. The
negative attitude with the students had towards different cultures is
removed through then corporation of equity and Diversity within the
classroom. Where there is harmony and the safe environment learning is
automatically enabled. The students are now more curious towards
knowing each other’s culture. They are profoundly excited when they
identify the similarities which their cultures have with the others. Through
the principles the students are not able to understand each other in a better
way and understand different point of view they possess. They try to help

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each other when they identify that any one of them is having difficulties
towards a particular understanding. Through such help those who are weak
in any aspect get a chance to understand the topic in a much better
manner.
Part B
1. Challenging any negative attitude - Any negative attitude which is
identified within the students is to be addressed immediately by
making them aware of the ill effects of such understandings.
2. Promoting multiculturalism through lessons - students are
thoughts lessons which promote multiculturalism and let them know
about the importance and benefits of multiculturalism
3. Planning lessons which depicts diversity in class – students are
though lessons which make them understand that they have diverse
cultures within the classroom
4. Setting rules of how students should treat each other –Clear
regulations are provided to the students in relation to how they should
behave and the consequences of bad behaviour
5. Teaching students equally and fairly – All students are provides
equal education without any scope of partiality of biasness. They are
all treated in a fair and equal manner

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Conclusion
Thus promotion of equality and diversity have provided a safe
environment in classrooms which enables learning. In addition the five
strategies used for the promotion has also been addressed briefly.

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Task 3
Introduction
In this part of the assignment I have discussed about the document which I
will have in place to make the students known about the importance of
equality and diversity. In part B I have discussed about the initiatives I will
take to enhance the equity and diversity program in school as well as three
agencies or professionals I will work with to promote equality and diversity.
Part A
The inclusion of equity and Diversity within the classroom will
1. Set some good example for each other
2. Students coming from diverse backgrounds can give effect to the
potential skills in an inclusive environment
3. A happy and safe learning and teaching environment is created
4. Provide students the best chance of achievements and success
5. Enhances the success rate among students
6. Improves the result and happiness of the students
7. Encourages those students who have special needs to come to
school

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8. Provides the students and opportunity to understand different cultures
9. Reduces disputes and conflicts between students
10. Prevent students from unfairly and discriminately treating others
Part B
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There are several ways in which the school program of initiatives in
promoting equity and Diversity can be enhanced. Firstly I would initiate a
specific period for raising the Awareness of students in relation to equity
and diversity. In this period the students would be provided knowledge
about multiculturalism and diversity and how search concept may benefit
them in the long run. I would conduct several activities like games and skits
which would indirectly promote equity and Diversity within School. I would
arrange for renowned activist to come and give a speech in relation to the
concept of equality and Diversity to the students. I would initiate a reward
system for students who support those who are in need towards achieving
their objectives. I would implement a strict system for students who do not
comply with the principles of equality and Diversity within the classroom on
the school premises. Under this activity such students would have to take
additional classes of equity and diversity in order to provide them a
practical experience in relation to the concept.

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ii
I will not be able to successfully promote and implement equality and
diversity in the schools as the task requires a lot of activities. I would be
requiring the support of other organizations and professionals to
appropriately carry out the activities in relation to the promotion of equality
and diversity within the school. Firstly I can take the help of Ofsted (Office
for Standards in Education, Children's Services and Skills). This is a non-
ministerial department which provides its reports to the parliament. It has
the responsibility of inspecting educational institutions which includes state
and independent schools. It also helps is providing teaching training in the
initial stages. I can also take help from Pearson which is a multinational
education and publishing company. The company focuses on higher
education, schools and professional areas. I can also take help from Ofcom
(Office of Communications) which has the responsibility to facilitating
telecommunication and postal agencies in the country. The office may
provide me with an enhanced framework to communicate with the students.
Conclusions
Thus through the above mentioned activities and support I would be able to
appropriately promote equality and diversity within the school.

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Task 4
Introduction
It is important for schools to take steps in relation to the promotion of
equality and diversity in the wider community as well (Griffith and Burns
2014). Few of such steps are discussed in this part of the assignment.
Steps which can be taken by schools
Story telling- Students can be told stories about the great leaders in the
community who have helped towards promoting diversity and equality in
the society and how their activities have helped the society to attain its
present status.
Celebration of occasions- occasions and festivals of each culture has to be
celebrated in schools so that the students enjoy them and known their
importance.
Introducing new language classes- providing the opportunities to students
to learn a new language would not only enhance their knowledge but will
also make them remove barriers in relation to language and communication
(Evans 2017).

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Organizing discussion and debates- through this activity he students would
be able to present their view and arguments in relation to the topic and will
also understanding the view of others which would enhance the overall
understanding. The topic of debate may be the Equality Act 2010.
Holding games to promote diversity- This is a fun way of raising knowledge
among the students in relation to equality and diversity as while planning
the students would also get an opportunity to learn.
Conclusions
Thus through the above discussed steps schools can help promoting
equality and diversity in the wider community.

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Task 5
Introduction
Various activities have to be carried out in order to promote equality and
Diversity within the classrooms. Five activities which I did for such
promotion as discussed in this part of the assignment. I primarily referred to
the equality act 2010 in order to base my activities. This part also discusses
the steps which I have failed to take and my overall impact on the agenda
Part A
Promotion of gender equality- I insured that within the classroom there is
no discrimination between boys and girls. Both boys and girls are provided
with equal opportunities within the classroom. Although this is generally
done in schools in ensure that everyone in the classroom is aware that
there should be no discrimination between boys and girls. I organized
games in which both boys and girls to part equally so that the sense of
discrimination within them is eradicated.
Providing excellence went to those with disabilities- the equality act
provides that any person with disability has to be provided with necessary
arrangements so that they are not treated unfavorably. I am sure that all

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students having disability in school are provided with those task which they
can do easily I also provided them with extra support in doing school
related activities. Through these activities student with disability were
provided with an environment within which they can utilize that potential
towards their benefits. They are made to feel that that disability will not
come in their way towards achieving their goals (Cole 2017).
Promotion of religious diversity- the quality at expressly provides that no
discrimination should be done on the basis of religion or race of a person.
Abiding by such provisions insured within the school that the students
understand the benefits of multiculturalism and understand each other’s
cultures so that no conflict is created between those having a different
religion or race. In addition I made different groups within the class towards
accomplishing activities and every member of those group belong to this a
different race or religion. This help the student to understand each other’s
culture and point of view in a better way which would help them enhance
their respect towards each other.
Code of conduct - I established a formal code of conduct within the
classroom based on the principles of the equality act that no person should
be provided and unfair treatment because they belong to a different
religion, race or gender. Children having disability should also be treated

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with utmost respect according to the code. The violation of the code results
in detention and a visit to the counsellor.
Extra classes I arranged additional tuition classes for those who had
difficulties in understanding English. These classes help the students
towards learning the new language so that they can get equal opportunities
like the other students in class (Castagno 2014).
Part B
The two things which I could have done better in relation to the promoting a
culture of equality and diversity within the school includes
Taking the students on excursions to historical places- I should have taken
the students on excursion to historical places so that they can practically
enhance the knowledge in relation to diverse cultures. How different people
participated in the benefits of the society would be known to the student if
they visit such historical places. The interest of the student among such
places would also be enhanced which would make them more curious
towards understanding the culture of equality and diversity.
Making other school students participate in games - I should have also
invited students from other schools to participate in the school game so that
the children are able to experience more diversity around them. This would

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have enhanced the knowledge of the student in relation to various cultures
and they would have started to respect each other more.
Part C
Impact made by me on the school’s Equality and Diversity agenda
I feel that I made a very positive impact on the school’s equity and Diversity
agenda. The activities which I have brought into practice in relation to the
classroom have help the students to understand each other in a better way.
The students now respect diversity of each other and there are significantly
less conflicts in the classroom as compared to what was before the equality
and Diversity agenda. I ensured that I comply with all provisions of the
Equality Act and base all my activities on such provisions in order to signify
the importance of equality and Diversity to the students. The students are
now aware of the fact that discrimination is unlawful in the United Kingdom.
They are also aware of the protected characteristics possessed by a
person which may account to discrimination if such person is treated
unfairly because of such characteristics. The equality and Diversity agenda
promoted as safe environment within the school and the classroom. The
safety and harmony within the classroom and school enhanced the process

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of learning. Students with disability within the school and now made to feel
that they are as good as the normal students as special arrangements are
made for them so that they can compete with the other students. I also feel
that the agenda is going to have positive impact on the community as well.
The students are going to share their experiences within School to their
parents and relatives which would encourage them to send their children to
school. With the incorporation of specific activities towards the promotion of
equity and Diversity the agenda reached new Heights.
Conclusions
Therefore through the above discuss steps I insured equality and diversity
in classrooms. I would work on those steps which I missed to address
properly.

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Castagno, A.E., 2014. Educated in whiteness: Good intentions and
diversity in schools. University of Minnesota Press.
Cole, M. ed., 2017. Education, equality and human rights: Issues of
gender,'race', Sexuality, disability and social class. Routledge.
Evans, J. ed., 2017. Equality, education, and physical education (Vol. 21).
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Equality Act 2010
Griffith, A. and Burns, M., 2014. Teaching Backwards. Crown House
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Reece, I. and Walker, S., 2016. Teaching, training and learning: A practical
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Thompson, N., 2016. Anti-discriminatory practice: Equality, diversity and
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