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ideologicaldeconstructionpowerpoint_1.pptxIdeological Deconstruction Paper
EDUC 290 Fall 2011
Assignment Objectives
Demonstrate a critical awareness of your culture and its impact on your identity
Describe how various ideologies and practices help shape who you are
Deconstruct personal ideologies and describe any areas for future growth
Directions
Reflect deeply on your cultural identity
Describe your identity in cultural terms:
Race
Ethnicity
Gender
Social Class
Religion (if applicable)
Sexual Orientation
Ability Levels
Linguistic background
Describe ideologies and impacts
What ideologies do you hold as a result of each aspect of your identity.
Where do these ideologies come from
Example: My experiences with social class have taught me that in the U.S. anyone can make it as long as they are willing to work hard.
My parents both work full time jobs and have instilled in me the value of hard work.
Describe ideologies and impacts con’t
What privileges have you gained from having each aspect of your identity
Being a Christian, I have been afforded many privileges especially being a part of the dominant religion in the U.S.
How have you been disadvantaged from having each aspect of your identity
As a Black male, there have been times when I have had to….
Historical Contexts
What historical events have helped shape you into how you see yourself today
What experiences have you had that impacted your identity
Future Implications
What aspects of your identity or ideologies must you deconstruct or be cognizant of in order to be interculturally competent or effective in your future career?
Maximize your score
Review the instructions, rubric, and example on ACE.
Address as many areas of your identity as possible.
Use several examples to illustrate ideologies.
Include multiple course concepts and critical vocabulary
Other Important Information
Title paper with your first and last name and self-text paper.
Eg. Nicole Smith Self -Text Paper
Include the rubric as the last page of your paper
Submit paper before or by deadline
Dig deep and deconstruct your ideologies
Look at yourself through a cultural lens
How might you be perceived by others?
