Ry Andella - Schooling For Social Justice

  The article The Four Is of Oppression explains how oppression continues in society through four main ways: ideological, internalized, interpersonal, and institutional oppression.  IDEOLOGICAL- Ideological oppression comes from belief systems that justify discrimination and unfair treatment, often making it seem like certain injustices are just “common sense.” These ideas can lead people to dehumanize others and even justify violence. To challenge ideological oppression, individuals and communities need to push for long-term changes in culture, politics, and education. This can include things like learning about historical injustices, supporting anti-oppression movements, and questioning harmful societal norms. INTERNALIZED- Internalized oppression happens when people take in harmful beliefs and start applying them to themselves or others. This can make marginalized people feel like they have to work extra hard to be valued or can make them doubt their own abilities. On the ...

5 Aspects of Power “Issues of Power are enacted in the workplace.” This is a known fact as an example of the manager and employee. These power dynamics don’t often get questioned. Schooling is inherently related to this aspect of power because the teacher has more power than the students, and the curriculum maker has more power than the teacher. “There are codes or rules for participating in power; that is, there is a “Culture Of Power.” Linguistic codes in schools make it harder for non-English speaking or multilingual students to learn in schools. Different cultures, areas, or generational dialects might also affect this “rule” because of the different meanings and words that aren’t “wrong” at home but are wrong to “Phonics” “The rules of the “culture of power” are a reflection of the rules of the culture of those who have power.”  This goes with the ideas of censorship and “history is written by the winners.” This goes with the previous points that its less often that people wit...

     The article tackles significant societal issues related to gender, race, sexual orientation, ethnicity, and social class. It delves into the power struggle that both individuals and groups experience when trying to address these complex problems. The author’s primary goal is to provide a framework for understanding and effectively addressing these societal troubles. Although the primary focus is on gender, race, and social class, there is also some discussion on sexual orientation. The author shares personal experiences to create a connection with readers and to search for a deeper understanding of privilege and oppression.      Rodney King’s question, “Can’t we all just get along?” serves as a focal point for discussing the racial divide in the United States. The act of the police officers involved in King’s beating sparked riots, which highlighted the systemic nature of racism in the country. Despite progress, segregation in housing and schools remai...

Hello, my name is Ryan, but you can call me Ry. I am from the city of Pawtucket, Rhode Island. Currently, I am pursuing a degree in secondary math education, which I am very passionate about. In addition to my academic pursuits, I am an active member of the ballroom dance club, where I enjoy practicing various dance styles. I also work at a rollerskating rink, which is a lot of fun and keeps me busy. One of my most exciting experiences recently is working for Disney through the Disney College Program. Last semester, I had the incredible opportunity to be a character performer, which was a dream come true and an unforgettable adventure.