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My books- Learning to Go https://gum.co/learn2go & The 30 Goals Challenge http://amazon.com/The-Goals-Challenge-Teachers-Transform/dp/0415735343 Resources at http://shellyterrell.com/CDT
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Tackling Tolerance, Multiculturalism and Bias in the Classroom ShellyTerrell.com/CDT
“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/CDT
Issues to consider Identity Social development Emotional development Social economic status Religion Traditions Acceptance Bullying Language Assimilation Learning needs Literacy Nationality ShellyTerrell.com/CDT
“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 ClassTag ShellyTerrell.com/parents
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Characters with shared experiences & who are young who deal make us think about diversity and tolerance
Puppets for young learners
You were born to be awesome so get to it! – Kid President Youtube.com/watch?v=l-gQLqv9f4o
Activities that explore culture & identity
321 Introduction • 3 Things we should know about you • 2 Places you love to visit • 1 Job you wish you had
Avatar introductions Voki.com Avatarmaker.abi-station.com BuddyPoke 3D Avatar Creator Tellagami.com
Digital storytelling ShellyTerrell.com/digitalstorytelling Altered photo by Lance Shields, Flic.kr/p/8HEB8R
Skype or Hangout with guest speakers & classes worldwide
Cultural events & fieldtrips
They need friends & caring adults Counselors Mentors Specialists
Create a safe environment! Build a community Build self-esteem Teach citizenship Build relationships Prevent bullying Support effective group work ShellyTerrell.com/CDT
Edutopia.org/blog/teaching-young-children-social-justice-jinnie-spiegler
Teachingrefugees.com/socio-emotional-supports/classroom-strategies
Gum.co/learn2go 30Goals.com ShellyTerrell.com/CDT @ShellTerrell Facebook.com/ShellyTerrell