This essay deals with the concept of the hidden curriculum described in my lecture and in your textbook (pp.369; you may also want to browse the internet or Message me if you feel you need more explanation). I want you to reflect on this concept and compare it to your personal experiences in the school system.
• First: briefly describe, in your own words, what the term hidden curriculum refers to. This can be just a couple of sentences, but make sure I can tell you understand the concept.
• Second, provide an example from anywhere in your past schooling history (K-12 or college) in which you think you were being taught a hidden curriculum. Describe how it happened (what about the school, curriculum, teaching method, etc.taught you this lesson), and what you learned (how to be a good lower-/middle-/upper class worker; how to fit into gender roles; etc. etc.).
• Third and finally, explain why you think this hidden curriculum was helpful or damaging to your future after or outside of college. Reference at least one real-world situation where these helpful or harmful lessons may affect an important outcome for you.