Case Study: Brown Vs. Board Of Education

Throughout American history it is seen how African Americans social condition has been unequal. For decades, the benefits of education were denied to African Americans. In 1896 the U.S. Supreme Court issued the “Separate But Equal” case by Plessy vs. Ferguson. However, in 1954, the Brown vs. Board of Education case established the Plessy vs. Ferguson case to go against the fourteenth amendment. Therefore schools started being more constitutional, forming equality (Birzer). The Student Development Theory is the way student’s progress, grow and increase their developmental capabilities as a result of enrollment in a college or university. There are three types of developments including change, growth and development. Changes in students can

Transitioning into college, most students are unsure of what they want to do, feel overwhelmed and stressed. They feel pressured into developing their racial identity, developing integrity and social responsibility. The experience at predominantly white high schools and universities is not the same for all individuals, resulting in oppression for the individuals who are different (Brittian).

Cognitive structural explains the way African Americans think and make decisions, which examine both intellectual and moral development. A study shows that African American youth developed ideas of how they viewed themselves in order to fit in, Brittian states the famous Clark study in 1950, “Black children were more likely to choose a White doll over a Black doll, and considered the Black doll to be bad or evil, whereas the White doll was considered to be good.” I believe African American children were socially influenced into believing stereotypes, which can affect them in the

When entering a prominently white school, those who are not white, tend to shy away and only hang around students who are the same ethnic group. Nevertheless, I believe interpersonal skills improve and help individuals with effective communication skills.

My advice to fellow peer facilitators about working with students who are African Americans is to create a classroom environment with no judgment where all the students feel comfortable in sharing information with the class. Also, create ways for students to interact with one another in order for them to feel comfortable. Provide the class with fun activities that anticipate the needs of students based upon what they can learn more about. My last advice would be to show interest and support in anything that students may decide to share with