If you're curious, you can see what a search for . Final Project: Race and Your Community ï‚· Resource: Appendix A ï‚· Due Date: Day 7 [Individual] forum ï‚· Prepare a 1,400- to 1,750-word autobiographical research paper that analyzes the influences of race as it relates to your community. In your paper, write your first-person account of how human interactions in your community have been racialized. For the community, you can consider relations within your neighborhood, local government, service groups, clubs, schools, workplace, or any environment of wh looks like without these improvements.
I am having problems starting this paper. I have done research on any race issue, I can not find any. I live in a small town in missouri, nothing ever goes on here and I am not sure why to write this paper. please help
You might consider your "community" as your county or perhaps your region in Missouri.
On the other hand, this assignment has a built-in bias, by assuming that "human interactions in your community have been racialized." In your paper, you might show how many people of racial minorities live there. Then determine whether their relationships within the community are any different than those of the racial majority.
Your paper may fall way short of the required number of words, but so be it.
I taught for 32 years in a small town in southwestern Michigan. It was at least 95% white -- and the very few African-Americans (most with more white than black ancestry) were totally accepted and participated fully in the community. We were excited when a Laotian boy enrolled because he was our first Asian student. He was exotic and also very likeable.
do I just explain how everyone in our town are accepted regardless of their race. I called the school and they said if a student can not speak english, they do have a class, that teaches them english as a second language. That is not being racist or is it?
No. It's not being racist. It's accommodating a student who has difficulties learning in an English language setting.
Please see my later response about contacting African-American leaders in your town.
Writing a paper on the influences of race in your community can seem challenging, especially if you believe there are no race-related issues in your small town in Missouri. However, I can offer some suggestions to help you get started:
1. Reflect on personal experiences: Even if your community appears to be racially homogenous, think about any experiences you have had related to race. Have you witnessed any instances of racial discrimination, stereotype perpetuation, or racial tensions within your town? These experiences, even if seemingly insignificant, can be valuable insights to include in your paper.
2. Conduct interviews: Engage with members of your community, such as neighbors, local leaders, teachers, or even friends, to gain a deeper understanding of their perspectives on race. Ask open-ended questions to encourage discussion about race relations, community dynamics, and any potential challenges faced by individuals from different racial backgrounds.
3. Explore historical context: Research the history of your community to identify any instances of racial tension or significant events related to race. Understanding the historical context can help you analyze the current state of race relations in your community and how it has evolved over time.
4. Analyze local policies and institutions: Examine the policies imposed by local government, schools, or workplaces to identify any potential biases or discriminatory practices that might exist. Consider whether there are any disparities in access to resources, opportunities, or public services based on race.
5. Compare your community to broader societal trends: While your town may not have noticeable race-related issues, it is still part of a larger society impacted by broader racial dynamics. Consider whether racial inequalities or discussions surrounding race at the national or state level could indirectly affect your community.
6. Engage with academic literature: Consult scholarly articles, books, or studies that discuss race and communities. Even if they are not specifically focused on your small town, they may provide insights, theories, or methodologies you can apply to your analysis.
Remember, the objective of this assignment is to provide a first-person analysis of how human interactions in your community have been racialized. It is essential to approach the topic with an open mind, remain sensitive to potential perspectives and experiences of others, and provide a balanced examination of the influences of race in your community.