Is this for me?

Belonging is not always about whether you believe you can do something. It is also about whether you see yourself as a “___ person“ or as part of the “___ community.” This component of belonging is related to mindset: the static idea of a “___ person” or “the ___ community” can indicate a fixed mindset about who is in that community.

Due: Monday 10/16 before class

On your web site, create a new reflection entry on belongingess. You may choose whether to use a written (3-4 paragraphs) or recorded (1-3 minute audio/video) format.

Reflect on the role of belongingess in the choices you or your peers make to engage or turn away from something during your/their academic journey (e.g., a course, project, subject, event). Use these prompts to guide your reflection:

• Can you think of a time when you made an assumption about your ability to succeed because you did (not) think of yourself as a “_____ person”? 

• What about a time when you made an assumption about someone else?

• Have you ever received help in a way that made you feel like you did not belong? 

• Have you ever gone out of your way to invite someone’s participation and help them to feel more comfortable?