School You, Inc.

Subgroup Size

Small Group

Duration

45 minutes

External Cost

No

Lesson Plan

Source

Adapted for use by the Program on Intergroup Relations, University of Michigan.

 

LSA Inclusive Teaching Initiative, University of Michigan. (2019, August 23). School you, inchttps://sites.lsa.umich.edu/inclusive-teaching/sample-activities/school-you-inc/

From the LSA Inclusive Teaching Initiative, University of Michigan:

  • "Students may be inclined to evoke stereotypes of what oppression looks like instead of engaging deeply with the questions the activity raises. Students should be told that the more obviously oppressive the institution is, the more likely it will be shut down. Encourage them to focus on how to make those oppressive norms less obvious but still deeply felt.
  • Some students may resist engaging in oppressive thought while others may revel in it. Be clear with your students about the learning goals of this activity, and frame this as a role playing activity. They will have the opportunity to share their experience and reservations during the debrief discussion."