Cultural Awareness
Session Description:
In this session, educators will explore the reasons why schools should focus on the cultures of their students. We will discuss the ways that cultural beliefs can impact teaching and learning and the ways in which students’ diverse cultural backgrounds can support their achievement in schools. Participants will utilize tools and resources that they can reference to learn more about their students.
STEP 1:
Read this NYSED Brief and answer the question in 3 words or less:
Why should schools focus on the cultures of their students?
STEP 2:
Watch the video and answer the following:
What did you learn about the cultural backgrounds of the students in the video?"Because I'm Latino, I can't have money?" Kids on Race
STEP 3:
Go to page 5 of the packet.
Think about one student you work with. Do you know any cultural details about this student?
STEP 4:
Visit the Mid-West RBERN Webpage and find one resource you can use to learn more about this student.
What is one thing you learned that can support your student?