Walking Through Apprehension: Beginning the Journey to Cultural Understanding

Authors

Connie L. Schaffer, University of Nebraska at OmahaFollow
Sarah Edwards, University of Nebraska at OmahaFollow
Nancy A. Edick, University of Nebraska at OmahaFollow

Abstract

Within urban universities, programs often require students to complete experiences via partnerships with P-12 schools, community centers, or social service agencies located in urban centers. These experiences provide rich opportunities for students to apply, in real-world settings, what they study on campus. These experiences also provide opportunities for students to confront their perceptions of the urban neighborhoods in which the experiences occur. However, when students' perceptions are based primarily on stereotypes or negative media portrayals, they may enter into the experiences with apprehension, even fear. This manuscript describes one attempt of a large teacher preparation program to address this issue and the results achieved.

Recommended Citation

Schaffer, Connie L.; Edwards, Sarah; and Edick, Nancy A. (2017) "Walking Through Apprehension: Beginning the Journey to Cultural Understanding," Journal of Curriculum, Teaching, Learning and Leadership in Education: Vol. 2: Iss. 1, Article 4.
Available at: https://digitalcommons.unomaha.edu/ctlle/vol2/iss1/4