Reflection 2

The two articles in question are very informative and at the same time interesting. With previously acquired knowledge, I was aware that transformation was a process that changes one’s thought process and behaviors. I believe that every effective individual had to undergo a transformation at one point or another in his/her life to get to the point where they were able to be an effective person. As an educator, I believe that transformation would be a very important aspect of my career because there are many different things that may not be known to me, but at least with the broaden perspective and point of view it would be easier to accept and to gain new knowledge. In both articles, the author emphasizes that when an individual has sought and reached multicultural awareness/ consciousness they have then reached transformation. Being aware of the differences between cultures, races, people and even gender can assist us with being able to cope and assist the other person when necessary. Being able to understand accept another person’s difference is a great skill. This also goes with the age old saying, Judge not and be not judged. If there were more people who had the skill set to accept other individuals for their differences and not judge them there would be less confrontation and arguments about unnecessary things. It is incredibly easy for us to pass judgment on someone but it is hard for us to learn not to do so. The first article helps to depict what transformation actually is by giving the story of the butterfly. The butterfly starts off as larvae, and then goes into a caterpillar and then moving forward to the chrysalis and then a final result of a butterfly. During the transformation the caterpillar changes and takes on a new shape. Even though the caterpillar and the butterfly have different DNA, scientists have concluded that they are still one. Meaning, as much as a person can change their way of thinking and their behavior, they are still the same person, only renovated. Hopefully, my transformation from being a pre-teaching intern to a certified educator goes as gracefully as the transformation of the butterfly. I’m sure it won’t be too easy, but it’s a path I’m willing and ready to take.



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