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I chose this picture because chapter 11 spoke about starting a metalogue. In each group of four they will share a notebook to communicate while they are in class. The teacher then will give all the groups a question of the day. The process seems to work like passing notes. Together they all co-create a response.

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You cannot be an effective teacher until you can define what effective means to you. To me I believe being effective means connecting and understanding who my students are. I want my student to embrace who they are and apply that to their school work. I never want a student to feel that I think they are inadequate, I want them to reach their furthest potential. As this book as taught me, I want to empower students not break them.

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I chose this video because chapter 11 spoke about Hip Hop ED. In this video the student is rapping about kinetic energy. I thought this was such a cool way to allow kids to connect with their culture and relate their lives with science. I think this is an awesome tool to engage students. I never thought to include things like twitter into my classroom.

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Science Genius B.A.T.T.L.E.S Winner: Jabari Johnson

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I chose this video because it is a different view point of code switching. In the video, Chandra explains that code switching is good skill to have, but it can have a cost. She explains that by code switching we are killing diversity. Students feel as if they must turn off a part of themselves to fit in. I'm not sure if I entirely agree with this, but I appreciated the different view point. I feel as if code switching is a good skill because you learn where standard English is appropriate and when we can use slang and cultural linguistics.

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The Cost of Code Switching | Chandra Arthur | TEDxOrlando

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In this video Key & Peele speak on how they code switch. They explain that if they go to speak about a business deal they will speak traditional English, but in private they may speak to each other differently. They act as social chameleons. They then go on to show how they acted as Obama's inner voice to express what code switching looks like. Obama speaks properly to the crowd and then they "translate" what it may look like in a nontraditional way.

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I chose this picture because it reminded me of the woman who was told to buy some shoes that are like her students. By having a something relate able with your students you open up a portal of communication. We can build better relationships when we have things in common with our students. The way our student's dress is really them expressing themselves and we need to recognize that.

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I chose this video because it shows how you can use something like rap to connect a lesson to your student to make it more meaningful. By doing this and getting your students to help facilitate it you are allowing them to act as an expert. In return the students are more bought in and will enjoy learning. 

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I chose this video because it shows how you can use something like rap to connect a lesson to your student to make it more meaningful. By doing this and getting your students to help facilitate it you are allowing them to act as an expert. In return the students are more bought in and will enjoy learning. 

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Order of Operations Math Rap by Mr. Tomai's class

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I picked this video because it reminded me of the nonviolent battle the book spoke about that allowed for confrontation and reconciliation between two warring groups. It allows the communities to deal with stress without violence that is often pushed by gun companies, the media, and local businesses that profit from the tension. It reminded me of the two "warring" groups the Democrats and Republicans.

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[CLEAN] Donald Trump vs Hillary Clinton Epic Rap Battles of History

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I chose this video because it talks about comfort zone. Often times the school and classroom are teacher's comfort zones. However, In order to connect with your students you must make yourself seen in the community. This helps us understand where are students are from and allows us to be invited into these "dense networks" the text spoke about.

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Where the Magic Happens - Step Outside Your Comfort Zone

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http://www.more-leadership.com/where-the-magic-happens/ http://www.mehr-fuehren.de/machen-sie-es-sich-unbequem/ As an entrepreneur you need to try new things. Otherwise your business doesn't develop and doesn't grow. With this video I'd like to inspire and motivate you to step outside your comfort zone, to go where the magic happen and to take action.

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I chose this video because although it is a parody it shows an example that a nonverbal form of communication can have underlying meaning. For example, in the video it portrays Obama giving an African American man a bro handshake. This sends a message that he is one of them and that he understands. One can show that they are directly speaking to a certain culture by the cues they use.

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I chose this video because it shows how everyone in the classroom can have their own role. The roles directly relate to how the classroom functions. They should not just be assigned but allow volunteers. If an assignment does not get done no one steps into do it. It creates a healthy peer pressure that results in accountability.

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Differentiated Instruction: Assigning Jobs in the Classroom

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I chose this video because it an a cypher from Texas Southern University. In the book Edmin speaks about how he witnesses his students in rap cyphers and sees how it creates a space where the neoindegenous provide clues to the outside world about how to engage across differences. As educators we can use the cypher model to help engage our students. From this idea cogens are born.

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As a dedication to Houston, Tx, Texas Southern University brings you the TSU 2K12 Cypher. This video includes high end visuals of TSU's most talented and lyrical rappers showcasing there capabilities.

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I chose this video because although it is a prank, it shows how quickly you can be locked out from connecting from your students and the tension it can create. When you have no connection with your student, it is almost impossible to reach them with your instruction. Something Edmin did when he taught at a primarily white Ivy league school was allowing the students to teach the class. When you come from a different background, you must acknowledge the difference and then adjust your teaching accordingly.

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Fake Professor on the First Day PRANK -- CHAMBER BOYS

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Chamber Boy Patrick from the University of Rochester acts as the freshman chemistry professor on the first day of class. To find out more about the REAL Professor Hafensteiner check this out: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nvcfs-3l0PY Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/ChamberBoys Follow us on Twitter: @ChamberBoys

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"The best classroom teachers develop ways to make the classroom feel like a family that has its own distinct rules, ways of speaking, and power dynamics."

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"The best classroom teachers develop ways to make the classroom feel like a family that has its own distinct rules, ways of speaking, and power dynamics."

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I chose this picture because making our class like a close knit family is important. What works in your classroom one year does not make it a one mold fits all. Every "family" is different and we have to form different rules and dynamics for our "family members".

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"Once again, these students are unseen by teachers, mere reflections of teachers' perceptions of who they are."

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"Once again, these students are unseen by teachers, mere reflections of teachers' perceptions of who they are."

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I chose this image because it shows how different we can look on the outside versus how we actually feel on the inside. In the context of the quote, sometime teachers don't understand the trauma a student has gone through or may be struggling with. This can be especially true if the student is acting out and the teacher views the student as a "troublemaker". Often the teacher may forget emotional distress can express itself other ways than just tears.

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"If we are truly interested in transforming schools and meeting the needs of urban youth of color who are the most disenfranchised within them, educators must create safe and trusting environments that are respectful to students' culture.

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"If we are truly interested in transforming schools and meeting the needs of urban youth of color who are the most disenfranchised within them, educators must create safe and trusting environments that are respectful to students' culture.

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I chose this picture because it represented growth to me. Having a safe and respectful environment for your student will create a trusting bond between you. When a student trusts you, you can reach the student in a whole other way. They will be able to grow and flourish to their full potential.

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"On one occasion he said, "Look at how he tells them to put their hands up, and then the way he asks them to throw up a peace sign for Tupac and Biggie. It's like he's asking when its more emotional."

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"On one occasion he said, "Look at how he tells them to put their hands up, and then the way he asks them to throw up a peace sign for Tupac and Biggie. It's like he's asking when its more emotional."

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I chose this picture because as educators we have to know when it is appropriate to ask our students to do something versus tell them. I also feel as if we should never ask our students to do something we don't value or would not do ourselves. For example, busy work or reading if you do not read yourself.

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I was told to "stand your ground when they test you," and "remember that there is nothing wrong with being mean."

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I was told to "stand your ground when they test you," and "remember that there is nothing wrong with being mean."

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I chose this picture because sometimes children wear masks too. As educators we are suppose to be passionate. When we adopt these mantras we become emotionless. How can we ask our students to show us who they really are if we ourselves are hiding behind our own masks.

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I chose this video because it shows students leading a classroom lesson. Edmin explains in the book that he allowed his students to reteach one of his lessons. He was surprised at the real life examples his students used. He jotted notes so he could use this in his teaching because the students really seemed to get the lesson better from a different view. As educators we should always allows our students to give input to better our lessons and reach more students.

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I chose this video because in it Christopher goes into detail about how to get the "magic" to engage students. I believe this goes with Ch.4 because in it, it speaks about Cogens. Cogens are open conversations between students and teachers that help co create plans for the classroom. This helps get students from all different backgrounds a voice to shape their class. It builds a sense of community and the teacher can feel more connected as they take on the suggestions from their students.

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Christopher Emdin: Teach teachers how to create magic | TED Talk

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What do rap shows, barbershop banter and Sunday services have in common? As Christopher Emdin says, they all hold the secret magic to enthrall and teach at the same time — and it’s a skill we often don’t teach to educators. A longtime teacher himself, now a science advocate and cofounder of Science…