0114 My Culture My Identities Slides1

My Cultures & My Identities

Overview of Course Content

  • Course Code: KINESIOL 1ED3

  • Main Topics:

    • Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in Physical Activity

    • Understanding personal and social identities within Kinesiology

Course Structure

  • Week 2 Topics:

    • Jan 14: My cultures and my identities

    • Jan 16: My social locations

    • Jan 17: [EL] Who am I as a kinesiology student? [LB #1 Announcement]

    • Underlined classes indicate virtual attendance is mandatory (-1%/day)

Personal and Social Identity Exploration

Identity Wheels Activity

  • Modified from various educational institutions

  • Inner Circle: Rank the most important identities you hold.

  • Outer Circle: Rank identities that are less significant.

  • Homework due on Jan 14.

Identity Reflection Questions

  • Key Questions for Self-Reflection: (due Jan 14)

    1. What identity do people first notice about you?

    2. Which identity are you most/least comfortable sharing?

    3. Which identity are you most proud of?

    4. What aspects of your identity did you struggle with growing up?

    5. Which identities are most and least important to you?

    6. What aspects of others' identities do you notice first?

    7. Which identity do you feel marginalized by?

    8. For which identity do you feel privileged?

    9. How do your identities affect your interactions as a Kin student?

    10. Which identities affect your learning most?

    11. How does your identity impact your future career?

Activity Preparation

  • Preparing for Learning Binder Activity #1:

    • Answer questions 6 to 10 regarding personal and social identities quantifying their influence on Kin-related learning and future practices.

Class Activities on Culture

Metaphors of Culture

  • Engaging with metaphors to explore the concept of culture in relation to identity.

Definition of Culture

  • Culture Defined:

    • Complex framework encompassing patterns of common traditions, values, norms, beliefs.

    • Shared meanings and social practices that are learned and coherent.

  • Check for understanding by defining "culture" in personal terms (EXIT SLIP).

Six Cultural Dimensions (Adapted from Hofstede)

  • Power Distance: Acceptance of unequal power distribution.

  • Individualism vs. Collectivism: Importance of individual goals vs. group goals.

  • Masculine vs. Feminine: Competition vs. cooperation as cultural values.

  • Uncertainty Avoidance: Acceptance of uncertainty.

  • Long-term vs. Short-term Orientation: Focus on goals and planning.

  • Indulgence vs. Restraint: Control over desires and impulses.

Communication Styles Across Cultures

  • High Context vs. Low Context: Understanding relies on words and non-verbal cues.

  • Monochronic vs. Polychronic Cultures: Time perception differentiates task-based vs. relationship-based interactions.

  • Cultural Concepts of Trust: Varying rules in cross-cultural leadership and relationship-building.

Cultural Reflection and Understanding

Personal Culture Reflection

  • Questions to consider:

    • What is my culture like?

    • Key aspects that define my culture?

    • How do these elements shape and alter my identities?

Intersectionality and Identity

  • Discuss how intersectionality plays a role in culture and identity construction.

Accommodation Plans

  • Understanding the importance of mutual respect in accommodating individual needs in a learning environment:

    • Examples of individualized accommodations:

      • Class attendance flexibility

      • Use of assistive technology

    • Examples of coherent accommodations:

      • Extension of assignment deadlines

      • Support for exam conditions like location and format.

Exploring Positionality through Storytelling

  • Engage in storytelling to reflect on personal narrative and positionality as a Kin student.