Ymasumac Marañón Davis - Inequity and Social Justice

The video discusses the speaker's diverse cultural background and its influence on their perspective on learning cultures. It emphasizes the importance of creating conditions that foster curiosity and equity in educational settings. The speaker challenges the myth of meritocracy by highlighting historical events like the Oklahoma land rush, which favored certain groups and contributed to ongoing societal inequalities. The video encourages incorporating alternative narratives to address these issues and promote social justice.

What are the two strong cultures that the speaker identifies with?

How does the speaker define learning cultures beyond the classroom?

What role does curiosity play in creating an innovative learning culture according to the speaker?

What is the 'myth of meritocracy' as described in the text?

How did the Oklahoma land rush impact indigenous people according to the speaker?

What does the speaker suggest about the historical privilege given to certain groups?

In what ways does the speaker propose to challenge the dominant narrative in the classroom?