FNED 502: Social Issues

Unnatural Causes : In Sickness and in Wealth     In this Unnatural Causes episode, researchers explain the correlation between social and income inequalities and good health. The video explains the social determinants of health and how they relate to our overall well-being, with specific regards to chronic health problems and life expectancy. The video teaches that more than eating well and exercising, social conditions factor into our overall well-being as a result of the stress socioeconomic status brings or alleviates. In explaining this problematic correlation, one researcher says, “There are ways in which our society’s organized that are bad for our health.” He goes on to explain that death rates and illness are positively correlated to socioeconomic status. It makes sense to me that people in poor communities wouldn’t have easy access to healthy foods, that they would struggle financially, and that underfunded schools mean a worse education which means less socioeco...

     My name is Elyse, and I'm an English teacher at DelSesto Middle School. This year I teach ELA and ELD to all three grade levels, which can be exhausting, but has ultimately been an impetus for professional growth. At DelSesto, I learn at least ten new things a day. Even now as I attempt distance learning, I find that there are so many newly-manifested ways in which I can become a better educator.       I'm from New Jersey, and I moved here less than a year ago to teach in the district. There is a very special place in my heart for little Provy, and I'm excited to be here another year. Even if the bagels aren't as good.      Between college and this glamorous job, I lived in Spain. I was there for about two and a half years in total, and I am officially hooked. It's a true testament to my passion for education and my love for our DelSesto community that I left my beloved Spain at all. Maybe I'll go back someday, but for now, I know I...