The Implications of So Called White Privilege
Both articles speak about a topic they describe as “white privilege”. In their writings, they illustrate the far-reaching implications of such privilege and how this privilege promotes self-awareness among some while discouraging similar growth among minority students. It is implied that an individual’s pride self-esteem and confidence are in part contributed to how they see themselves portrayed in the mainstream media which thereby influences what they believe is available to them in the realm of future education outside the traditional school setting. Based on what you have read so far, what are your thoughts about the subject matter presented to you?