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Education's Reflection of Societal Biases
Classrooms often teach lessons on privilege and systemic inequities through practices such as privilege walks and oppression matrices. These activities physically position students based on perceived identity factors like race and gender, leading them to internalize notions of societal bias and injustice. This approach can influence students' perceptions of their own value and opportunities, raising questions about the implications of such teaching methodologies on students' mental frameworks and overall academic performance.