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"This book integrates a self-evaluative framework for making changes and includes tools for improving one''s own learning environment."-Rachel Mederios, ELL Teacher and Building Program S… More...

"This book integrates a self-evaluative framework for making changes and includes tools for improving one''s own learning environment."-Rachel Mederios, ELL Teacher and Building Program SupervisorJefferson Elementary School, Boise, ID"This book is relevant to anyone who acknowledges the diversity within any group of people. The steps are clearly outlined so the practitioner can implement them and meet the needs of every individual."-Thelma A. Davis, PrincipalRobert Lunt Elementary School, Las Vegas, NVClose the achievement gap by closing the culture gapTeaching children from diverse backgrounds begins with simple questions: What is my culture? What are my students'' cultures? How does culture affect how I teach and how my students learn? Can I learn to value and honor the unique experiences and cultures of my students? These are essential questions for educators with a sincere desire to help all students succeed. This comprehensive guide provides detailed examples that show why and how to create culturally responsive, standards-based (CRSB) instruction in the classroom, schoolwide, and at the district level. Results of effective programs include:Increased academic success for all learnersEngaged and motivated studentsDevelopment of critical thinking skills necessary for higher learningStrengthened partnerships between students, families, and communitiesThis new edition is enhanced with nationwide examples, up-to-date resources, and tools that can be implemented immediately. Principals, administrators, K-12 teachers, curriculum and staff developers, and college instructors will find this handbook a valuable and powerful tool for promoting student engagement and improving struggling schools. Books > Education & Teaching List_Books, [PU: SAGE Publications]<

ISBN: 9781412987028

"This book integrates a self-evaluative framework for making changes and includes tools for improving one''s own learning environment."-Rachel Mederios, ELL Teacher and Building Program S… More...

"This book integrates a self-evaluative framework for making changes and includes tools for improving one''s own learning environment."-Rachel Mederios, ELL Teacher and Building Program SupervisorJefferson Elementary School, Boise, ID"This book is relevant to anyone who acknowledges the diversity within any group of people. The steps are clearly outlined so the practitioner can implement them and meet the needs of every individual."-Thelma A. Davis, PrincipalRobert Lunt Elementary School, Las Vegas, NVClose the achievement gap by closing the culture gapTeaching children from diverse backgrounds begins with simple questions: What is my culture? What are my students'' cultures? How does culture affect how I teach and how my students learn? Can I learn to value and honor the unique experiences and cultures of my students? These are essential questions for educators with a sincere desire to help all students succeed. This comprehensive guide provides detailed examples that show why and how to create culturally responsive, standards-based (CRSB) instruction in the classroom, schoolwide, and at the district level. Results of effective programs include:Increased academic success for all learnersEngaged and motivated studentsDevelopment of critical thinking skills necessary for higher learningStrengthened partnerships between students, families, and communitiesThis new edition is enhanced with nationwide examples, up-to-date resources, and tools that can be implemented immediately. Principals, administrators, K-12 teachers, curriculum and staff developers, and college instructors will find this handbook a valuable and powerful tool for promoting student engagement and improving struggling schools. Books List_Books, [PU: SAGE Publications]<

ISBN: 9781412987028

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Classroom to Community and Back, Buch, Softcover, 2nd Revised edition, [PU: SAGE Publications Inc], SAGE Publications Inc, 2011