Mainstream

is not just about children whose first language is not English but “embodies a culture, an approach, a mind-set.” Similarly Conteh (2012) suggests that EAL children bring vast range of culture, experience, knowledge of languages and literacies in mainstream schools. Since the EU influx over 700,000 children by 2001 had a language other than English (Mistry and Sood 2015).…

Mainstream rap and hip-hop portrays a distinct style and theme, which, to me, seems to be mostly centered on commercialism. The stereotype that exists for hip-hop exists because the mainstream hip-hop does fit into the mold that some of us talked about during the first discussion. Artists promote lifestyles that are unattainable for the majority, probably all, of their listeners. This focus on commercialism, always having the newest, best, and brightest editions of clothing, electronics, or cars…

interact with others. Throughout the years, various of questions presented about autism in mainstream classrooms. Including, how they learn, who teaches them, and the pace in which they complete their work. Having teachers with no knowledge on teaching students with autism creates obstacles. In addition, peers and parents may not fully grasp what the school districts are trying to accomplish. Having them in mainstream classrooms leads to distractions and behavior issues that could be resolved.…

Nowadays in mainstream media, there is a lack of fair Asian American representation. When Asian Americans are given roles in film and television, those roles often come with the stereotypical ideology which has been stagnant for decades. Asian American stereotypes in the media are not hard to find, and range from hard-working knowledgable men, to masters of martial arts (Bruce Lee). These stereotypes often incorrectly represent what Asian Americans are like as a group however. These…

tradition where they prance around in two piece bathing suits costing more than an average person gets in their pay check all while potentially harming the self-image of anyone who watches them including themselves. Ever since the introduction of mainstream beauty pageants in the late 50’s they seem to lack variety among their contestants. This is due to the judge’s grading standards, walking around with rulers ranking women based outrageous features such as the construction of their head,…

I really enjoyed reading your post and definitely agree with many of your points. I definitely agree that mainstream media has had a significant influence on adolescent girls and in fact feel that their elimination of any and all filters in the twenty first century for the sake of ratings, has contributed to the degradation of the female image. Furthermore, to your point, along with promoting an unhealthy body image as “ideal”, sexual promiscuity is also inadvertently promoted. For instance,…

When I was six years old the neighbor boy sexually abused me in the park behind our house. When I was seven he molested me by his hot tub. As a child I never said a word; there wasn’t a system or teaching or understanding in place to help me understand. I can still see the park, can still feel the cold water soaking into my clothes, slicking my skin. The boy was nearly four years older. He always told me “don’t tell or your parents will be mad,” he would whisper against me, “I do this because I…

Monologue of a non-traditional Mainstream values holder Material and social attributes are the natural attributes of the mankind. Human beings are social animals since ancient times. No matter how old you are, what you do, which lifestyle you take, you simply can’t avoid people nor communication. When you deal with other persons, you are often judged and labeled by them according to Mainstream values of the society. People try to figure you out by telling your social status through your…

Should Students with Destructive Tendency Attend Mainstream Public School? Mrs. Smith’s job is to educate the youth of this society. Her students arrive at school safely with great potential. It is a wonderful day and the students are busy working on their assignments. Suddenly, a pencil box is thrown across the room. Josh has had another episode in which he is upset. He flips over desks. Chairs and books are propelled through the room. Papers are flying everywhere. Anything within his reach…

Critical knowledge and skills is needed for teachers to best help ESOL students in the mainstream classroom. Prior knowledge or background is important for teachers to help these students. Every teacher need to be able to learn skills such as first and second language acquisition. The understanding of normal and natural development is important to help students transition while learning a new language. Supporting first language while the second is being developed is something teachers need to…