Synopses & Reviews
Synopsis
Culturally competent teachers know and understand each of their students. Culturally competent schools are ones where students feel welcomed and engaged. To become culturally competent, teachers and other school professionals must treat every student with fairness. This book for K-5 teachers and administrators presents an 8-point model of cultural competence which, if followed, will ensure that all individuals in the school are both respected and protected. The 8 points correspond to the directions on a compass and are as follows:
N: Notice culture and cultural charactersticsNE: Negotiate and evaluate curriculum and contentE: Establish community and contextSE: Seek and engageS: Spark conversations and climateSW: Strengthen and weave together complexities and controversiesW: Waken compassion and commitmentNW: Nurture and welcome challenges and changes
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Create a welcoming environment for young children with the cultural competence compass
Young children making the transition from home to school need gentle guidance and warm, student-centered surroundings. This helpful resource helps you ensure that all students are treated with dignity and respect, and that their cultures are valued. The author provides an eight-point cultural compass for crafting a grade-appropriate inclusive curriculum. Each chapter includes frequently asked questions, specific strategies, and activities that help you:
- Ask the right questions for determining culturally-appropriate curriculum
- Engage children in cultural discussions that build confidence
- Include cultural sensitivity across all content areas
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The author's eight-point cultural compass guides you in crafting a respectful and inclusive curriculum. Each chapter includes frequently asked questions, specific strategies and activities.
Synopsis
The author s eight-point cultural compass helps you ensure that young children feel welcome and that their cultures are valued. Included are strategies and activities.