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How important is education in your life right now? Do you think students around the world value school the same way you do? Explain your reasoning.

 Prompt Response: Education is very important to me. I'm sure many students agree, but in certain places, there are students that find education pointless. This is likely because of a cultural standpoint that does not praise intelligence. Summary: We watched a short film. Reflection: I learned about how difficult it is for some children to get to school. I will learn to value my own education. 
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After viewing your classmates’ presentations, which cultural group did you find most interesting? Explain why. Then, reflect on how this presentation changed or deepened your understanding of that culture.

Prompt Response: I found the Latina women presentation the most interesting. This is because it seems to be one of the most stereotyped groups. The presentation helped me realize my own biases and opinions. Summary: We watched each other present PowerPoints. Reflection: I learned that there are many stereotypes that are not necessarily harmful. I will use this to help me have better literacy. 
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As we approach the end of the course, reflect on the texts, discussions, and concepts explored in Multicultural Literature. What is one significant lesson about culture or identity that has stood out to you? Explain why this lesson is meaningful and analyze how it connects to your own experiences or perspective.

Prompt Response: I learned that everyone has different experiences in their cultures. This is important because this has helped me generalize much less. It connects to how people have made generalizations about me in the past.  Summary: Reflection: 
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Which factor plays a greater role in shaping your future career choice: your genuine interest and passion for the field, or the financial benefits and stability it can provide? In your response, explain which one you prioritize and why, and consider how this decision might impact your long-term happiness, motivation, and overall quality of life.

Prompt Response: I prioritize the financial benefits because I want to be able to take care of my loved ones. This includes any future family as well as my current family. I feel like it is very important to be able to take care of the people I care about.  Summary: We researched careers. Reflection: I learned what the median salaries of the jobs I'm most interested in are. I will use this to help me decide what I want to do in the future. 
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What is the most exciting thing about graduating high school for you personally? In your response, explain what you are looking forward to most after graduation (college, career, independence, travel, etc.) and why it matters to you.

Prompt Response: The most exciting thing about graduating from high school is getting a new kind of freedom. I am really looking forward to college because after college I will be able to  help others. I really look forward to meeting new people. Summary: We watched a TedTalk. Reflection: I learned that there are a lot of paths for the future. I will use this to consider my options in the future. 
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Clothing is often tied to identity and culture. Describe an outfit or style you like that may not fit what others expect from you. How have people responded, and what does this reveal about stereotypes in society?

Prompt Response: The cutesy style may not fit what people expect from me. I usually wear baggy clothing, so when I wear a skirt instead, I tend to get a reaction from others. They usually say it's so weird to see me wear something different. This reveals that once people have an idea of you, it's hard to change it. Summary: We worked on our presentations. Reflection: I learned about how important communication is in a group setting. I will use this when I work on other group projects. 
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Think about a film that represents your culture (or a culture you identify with) in a positive and meaningful way. Explain how the film represents the culture and why this portrayal matters. Be sure to include specific examples from the film.

 Prompt Response: I felt like Mulan represented the part of Chinese culture that wanted to do what was best for their parents. Mulan goes to war for her parents, and it is important to show how filial Chinese people are to their parents. I really appreciate how the movie was based on a Chinese story.  Summary: We worked on our projects. Reflection: I learned that stereotypes are everywhere in the media. I will use this to consider what I see in films 
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