FIRGO

 In today's society, I feel like this article shows that schools are not always helping students the way they should. First o all, it made me understand that many schools focus more on rules and control than on truly understanding the students. Also the author explains that so-called "troublemakers" are not actually the problem; instead, they are reacting to deeper issues within the system.  Moreover, the idea that some students feel invisible really stood out to me, since many are only noticed when they do something wrong. After seeing the video where each student had time to express their opinion and be sincere about what they think about the school system, I understand how frustrating it can be for kids not having the opportunity to express themselves. As a result, students may lose motivation and feel disconnected from school.   However, I believe change is possible if school start listening more to students and giving them a voice. Overall, education should focus mor...

After reading this article, I feel like it raises a really important concern about what literacy actually means today's society. I agree with the author that being able to read and write is not enough if people are not truly understanding or thinking deeply about what they read. In today's world, a lot of us rely on quick information from social media or short videos, and I can see how that affects our ability to focus and analyze ideas.    The part that stood out to me the most is how the author connects literacy to freedom and democracy. It made me realize that if people are not thinking critically, they can be easily influenced or misled. That is something I see happening around me, especially with how fast information spreads online.    While I think technology is not completely negative, it depends on how we use it. It can either distract us or help us learn more. In conclusion, this article made me reflect on my own habits and the importance of taking time to r...

 When I read The Silenced Dialogue from Other People's Children : Cultural Conflict in the Classroom by Lisa Delpit, it made me think more deeply about how culture and power affect what happens in the classroom. One idea that really stood out me was the concept of the "culture of power." Delpit explains that schools often follow rules, ways of speaking, and expectations that come from the dominant culture, and students who are already familiar with those rules usually have an advantage. This made me realize that some students may struggle not because they are less capable, but because they were never clearly taught these expectations.    I think Delpit makes an important point when she says that teachers should directly teach the codes of power, such as standard language and academic expectations, so that all students have the opportunity to succeed. At the same time, she also emphasizes that teachers should respect students' cultural backgrounds and listen to the voi...