Ashford University Focusing on Cultural Proficiency Reflective Essay

Reflections on Culturally Relevant Education and Instruction

[WLO: 2] [CLO: 1]

Prior to completing this journal, read Chapters 1, 2 and 3 in Nuri-Robins, Lindsey, & Terrell (2011).

Instructions: Complete the following:

First, reflect on the following questions:

• Why is it necessary for the higher education professional to focus on cultural proficiency?
• Are there any practices or procedures at institutions of higher learning that could have a disproportional impact on one culture?

Next, write a 200-word reflection on culturally relevant education and instruction and how it will help in your professional development, help the needs of your post-secondary institution, and/or help you accomplish the goals of your benchmark project. Be sure to include a reflection on your own cultural biases.