The Academic and Social Value of Ethnic Studies

 I agree with the main idea of this article. I think many students of color do not always see themselves reflected in regular curriculum, and that can make school feel disconnected from their real lives, then history is told mostly from one perspective, it does not give the full picture. 

I believe ethnic studies helps make education more honest and meaningful. It allows students to see their communities and experiences represented. When students feel seen and respected, they are more engaged and motivated to learn.

Overall, I think this article shows why having a more inclusive curriculum is important for everyone, not just students of color.  

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  1. Mark WeberFebruary 25, 2026 at 6:57 PM

    Hello Rigaud! I think you hit on the absolute center of this issue - that "(when) history is told mostly from one perspective, it does not give the full picture." The question of WHY are Raza Studies classes so necessary in the Tucson community is of far greater importance than WHAT is being taught in those classes.

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  2. GavinApril 30, 2026 at 7:10 AM

    I agree that the more inclusive curriculum for which ethnic studies advocates, is a huge benefit to all students. This is particular for white students, many of whom are otherwise subject to the forms of bias which are programmed into them simply due to a lack of context and exposure to the history of various ethnic communities, and the history of using racial difference to justify forms of oppression and marginalization. It's a bold thing to claim, but I believe that it's not possible to fully comprehend what it means to be white without exposure to these stories. This is why we have a large "mainstream" who are aghast when issues of social justice are raised.... as k-12 students most members of mainstream society have had the truth withheld or distorted to a point where they are incapable of processing or addressing our current issues

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