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Culturally Responsive Teaching Tips & Resources: Immigrants, Refugees, & ELLs ShellyTerrell.com/ELLs
“The land flourished because it was fed from so many sources -because it was nourished by so many cultures and traditions and peoples.” - Lyndon B. Johnson ShellyTerrell.com/ELLs
Social development Emotional development Language Assimilation Schooling Learning needs Literacy Nationality
Welcome them! Dispel myths! Dupress.com/articles/infographic-making-america-smarter-stronger-and-younger/
“Culturally Responsive Teaching is a pedagogy that recognizes the importance of including students' cultural references in all aspects of learning (Ladson-Billings,1994).” - http://bit.ly/2arWYPD Culturally Responsive Teaching, Brown.edu/academics/education-alliance/teaching-diverse-learners
CRT Characteristics Knowledge of learners’ cultures Student-centered Culturally mediated instruction Parent partnerships Teacher = facilitator High expectations Curriculum changes Culturally Responsive Teaching, Brown.edu/academics/education-alliance/teaching-diverse-learners
Parent partnerships “At the end of the day, the most overwhelming key to a child's success is the positive involvement of parents.” - Jane D. Hull ShellyTerrell.com/parents
Parent communication tools & apps Remind Cel.ly GAFE Class Dojo Smore ShellyTerrell.com/parents
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Culturally diverse materials and content
Skype or Hangout with guest speakers & classes worldwide
Mystery Skypes Sites.google.com/site/skypershello/home/links/mysteryskype
Characters with shared experiences
Puppets for young learners
Projects should encourage the sharing of cultures Altered photo by Lance Shields, Flic.kr/p/8HEB8R
Create a safe environment! Build classroom culture & community Prevent bullying Reassess your assessment Support effective group work Teach citizenship Build relationships Improve motivation
Cultural events & fieldtrips
They need friends & caring adults
Counselor Specialists RA ShellyTerrell.com/ELLs
Teachingrefugees.com/socio-emotional-supports/classroom-strategies
Edutopia.org/blog/teaching-young-children-social-justice-jinnie-spiegler
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