Hi! I enjoyed reading about diversity in Greece, as I also chose this topic. I specifically enjoyed your summary of the article on differences between gender roles over time and the gap. I think it is interesting that there is a large gap in jobs...More

Hi! I also chose the topic of diversity in Greece. After reading your annotated bibliography, I have an even more open mind and availability of information concerning how diversity in Greece actually is. I loved that you included an article on...More

In an increasingly connected and mobile world I think the old definition of citizenship is becoming more and more problematic. There is an increasing concern for people beyond one's own national boundaries. More and more people think of each other...More

It is incredible that the burden to help these refugees can fall so heavily on a relatively small country like Greece and how difficult that must be for the people living there, especially with the economic crisis. I completely agree that the US...More

I find it interesting how the Greek education system (and culture as a whole) places such importance on the Greek Orthodox Church and good citizenship. I wonder how that emphasis affects the Muslim minority in the north and the new wave of Muslim...More

Hi Phoebe. I agree with you about adapting the definition of citizenship. It is really important in order to change the views that society has on these refugee individuals as we can see from the situation in the US. I also agree with you on finding...More

Hi Lauren, I really enjoyed reading your post and I gained lots of new insight from it! It was interesting to see how you tied in your resources from your annotated bibliography. I also was focusing on the education system in Greece. I read a lot...More

Jessica, I also was able to make the strong connection between the financial crisis and the education system in Greece. This then led to unemployment which can be a fast and scary downfall. Reflecting on my own experiences, I know that increased...More

Megan, I found it so surprising that the University of Athens was unable to offer classes because of the financial crisis. That is detrimental to student learning and creates a gap in the education system. This had a domino effect towards jobs...More

Phoebe, I also agree with you that the reforms made in schools can be a benefit. Schooling becoming more student focused is a benefit for the students. In times like these it is important to find some positive aspect to the situation. I also think...More

Jessica, Great response. I also chose to focus on Greece's education system. I found a common theme of your articles to be about inclusive education. It is interesting how they view inclusive education and I hope to be able to observe this in...More