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In order to create a learning environment that authentically supports racial diversity, educators can start with self-reflection. Understanding oneself will reveal educators’ feelings, thoughts, and attitudes about race and how they influence interactions and expectations with students.
- Reflecting for Change, From Journaling to Blogging
I am a better me, both professionally and personally,...
- Reflecting for Change, From Journaling to Blogging
- Create a Welcoming Classroom and School. Each class has its own culture and learning climate. When you make equity and inclusion prominent priorities in your classroom norms, routines and environment, your students will feel a greater sense of belonging, safety and openness.
- Root Out Biases and Barriers. Everyone, regardless of race, can have unconscious racial bias. Be willing to examine your own bias and the ways you may be privileged or unaware.
- Encourage Self-Expression. Give your students the ability and validation to bring their full racial and cultural identities into your classroom so they can be themselves and speak their truths.
- Be Open Yourself. Be willing to share different dimensions of your own racial identity and cultural background. Be open about your experience with racial inequities and/or racial privilege and any efforts you’ve participated in to advance racial justice.
Sep 21, 2017 · How should white college students talk about race? What do they need to understand as they enter the conversation, and what challenges should they expect? To explore these and other complex questions of diversity, identity, and equity, Usable Knowledge has launched a new series of video conversations, streamed live on Facebook , called Walking ...
What foundational lessons about race are children are learning in school? What big drivers shape how and what children learn about race in school? How can we empower all children and adults by incorporating developmentally appropriate, healthy teaching and learning about race in our schools?
Jan 29, 2020 · Understanding a school’s demographics can inform conversations around school segregation, redistricting, funding, and equity. Search for your PK–12 school (prekindergarten through 12th grade) to see how student enrollment by race or ethnicity has changed.
Feb 22, 2024 · In contrast, more say parents should be able to opt their children out of learning about sexual orientation or gender identity (48%) than say parents should not be able to do this (33%). On topics related to both race and LGBTQ issues, elementary and middle school teachers are more likely than high school teachers to say parents should be able ...
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3 days ago · Pre-register or register to vote: Check your state’s laws on Vote411.org or RocktheVote.org and, if you’re eligible, register or pre-register to vote. Encourage your friends to do the same. Lead a voter registration drive: Rally your friends and classmates and create a culture of civic engagement in your school.
