This is the final reflection to the course cultural diversity. This reflection will talk about what 3 classes I felt were the most interesting. Why is it important to learn and study cultural diversity? What age would be good to get into cultural diversity topics? What is the most interesting topic of the course and finally if the UAE had a Harmony Day like that in Australia, how and when should it be celebrated.
The 3 most important classes that I found
to be interesting were the blue eyes and brown eyes video, the video about the
hikers climbing Mount Everest, and the Qatari Nepali incident. The reason being
is because they explained a lot on what the course had to offer and it was very
easy to understand and absorb. Also they were very new concepts to me and I
felt that it has broadened my mind and opinion to other ethnicity and cultures.
Due to the video of Brown Eyes and Blue
Eyes, I feel that it should be taught at an early age. Primarily to the reason
that children are born with pure hearts and they are quick to learn and they
would grow up more understanding. The most interesting topic of the course was
about how many slaves you personally own. I was surprised by just being a
simple consumer I am contributing to slavery. Finally if the UAE had a Harmony
Day, then it should be on a June because we have no days for that month and the
best way would be to have Emirati and Expats together socializing.
In conclusion, this course has a lot to offer, and I strongly
recommended the development and expansion of the course. I feel it would really
assist Emirati youths in University as it is no secret that we live in a heterogeneous
society.
