Self location piece I did in one of my previous classes (AE 314) which was a community art education class.

I found Kaori and Tracy’s presentation this week really moving and informative. We talk a lot about inclusive education and spaces. Still, those conversations can be very surface-level and don’t always provide resources to help students and people with diverse needs. And so I really appreciate both being super honest and open about their experiences as parents and vocalizing the importance of inclusivity in education spaces. It has made me think about how I will make my future classroom more flexible for diverse needs and a welcoming space, and wanting to learn more about how to use technology to help. Another note of appreciation for Kaori and Tracy’s vulnerability—talking about yourself or your loved ones in front of strangers isn’t always easy. Their courage allowed me to be vulnerable and share a piece of my identity with everyone, which was nerve-racking, but I think it’s necessary to be vulnerable when discussing inclusivity so others don’t feel alone. Nevertheless, my Map of Me demonstrates that there is so much more to my identity and what has made me who I am today. That’s an important lesson for future teachers as we shouldn’t label or prejudice after just knowing one piece of a student or someone’s identity because you only see what’s on the surface.