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Unit 2. Immigration. Thurs. 10/ 21 Introduction to Immigration p.8. DO NOW- Quick Write: What are 5 human traits that can not be changed? I.E. height…. Answer: DAILY LEARNING OBJECTIVE- I can compare and contrast the concepts of assimilation and acceptance. ACTIVITIES-
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Unit 2 Immigration
Thurs. 10/ 21 Introduction to Immigration p.8 • DO NOW- Quick Write: • What are 5 human traits that can not be changed? I.E. height…. • Answer: • DAILY LEARNING OBJECTIVE- • I can compare and contrast the concepts of assimilation and acceptance. • ACTIVITIES- • Dimensions of Diversity • Penguin Reading • Compare and contrast
Diversity • - is more then just different ethnic and racial groups…it is gender, sexual orientation, cultural and religious diversity. • There are 2 dimensions of Diversity: • Primary Dimensions • Things that are different and cannot be changed • Secondary Dimensions • - Things that are differnent but can be changed What is Diversity?
Primary Dimensions Secondary Dimensions Diversity T-Chart Age Income
Definitions Assimilation Pluralism • the process whereby a minority group gradually adapts to the customs and attitudes of the prevailing culture and customs. • the blending or fusing of minority groups into the dominant society • Examples: • Learning a language • Giving up cultural Holidays • Changing Names- I.e. Czeribo to Cirbo • when small groups within a larger society maintain their unique cultural identities • Examples: • Amish- • Native Americans- • Keeping cultural Holidays
A Peacock in the Land of Penguins As we read the play please follow along Think about elements of assimilation, pluralism and diversity
Response Questions How was this performance related to the issue of immigration? How did this play add to your understanding of assimilation and pluralism? Based on this play, what could the term nationhood mean?
What are the similarities and differences between Assimilation and Pluralism? Assimilation Pluralism