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Overview:

4/5 teachers believe that UK schools and curriculums have not integrated diversity appropriately or proportionately enough. Britain continues to be shadowed by patriarchal, colonial attitudes, often in unconscious and invisible ways.

Diversity is not only a moral imperative but an economic responsibility: In 2019, the productivity gap for the Midlands stood at £82.3 billion. Studies recognised barriers preventing historically disadvantaged groups to succeed in the workplace. 'Research shows that increased diversity in a company leads to greater innovation, promotes learning, and improves customer reach. The top 25% of companies for gender, racial, or ethnic diversity are more likely to have financial returns above their industry averages.'

Teachers have a significant influence on the development of empathy and awareness in their students. By creating a positive inclusion climate in schools, these values may continue into adulthood and ensure a peaceful, productive future. To begin remedying inequality in the classroom requires nuanced reflections on ethics and inclusion, and devising practical methods to implement them.

Practical tips for the classroom:

Focus on underrepresented cultures. In the art classroom, some cultures are overrepresented. For example, a lesson discussing Asia is much more likely to mention China or Japan than Thailand or Vietnam. (infograph shown in Explorations in Art by Marilyn G Stewart)

Celebrate and utilise the diverse social identities of your own students as sources of insight. For example, if you have Ukrainian students in your class, you could ask them about Slavic traditions and centre a lesson around that

Question popular culture that enforces stereotypes or bias - for example, depictions of women in the Wizard of Oz (good witch, bad witch)

Avoid nebulous statements about equality. Back it up with real data / sources / examples / advice

Use artwork / literature / research created by underrepresented voices

Progress not perfection. Your intention and effort will make a difference, even if you don't get it right first time.

'Midlands: Diversity must be supported by genuine inclusion'

(https://midlandsengineobservatory.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/diversity-and-attitudes-change.pdf)

Explorations in Art, Marilyn G Stewart

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Explorations-Art-Marilyn-G-Stewart/dp/0871927640

Practical tips to diversify your curriculum:

https://www.theheadteacher.com/attainment-and-assessment/teaching-practice/how-to-diversify-your-curriculum

Why the History curriculum is lacking diversity:

https://www.aqa.org.uk/aqi/how-can-history-be-made-more-diverse

Diwali themed art project:

https://www.bakerross.co.uk/craft-ideas/kids/diwali-flower-lantern/

Ukrainian Egg Art:

https://ich.unesco.org/en/RL/pysanka-ukrainian-tradition-and-art-of-decorating-eggs-02134

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The Library and Learning resources teams across the group have prepared activities to take place in the various LRC's and library locations. This activity allows students to cut out a flame shape and decorate it with their own poignant words of remembrance and peace.

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Black History More than a Month Promo Video by the EYES Group

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Black History More than a Month Promo Video by the EYES Group

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PD Day Resources on Microaggression and Diversity 

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PD Day Resources on Microaggression and Diversity 

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All the Libraries and learning centres across the group are running activities to celebrate Black History. We have a short Interactive Quiz for students and staff to complete.

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All the Libraries and learning centres across the group are running activities to celebrate Black History. We have a short Interactive Quiz for students and staff to complete. There are 10 multiple choice questions, and you can be entered into a prize draw where you could win a prize if you answer…

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Black History Book on Local Black History in Suffolk Elimu- Please print 

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Black History Book on Local Black History in Suffolk Elimu- Please print 

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Learning Resources teams across the Libraries and Learning Resource Centres have been assembling and curating content for black history displays on the end panels of shelving and tv programme content through our digital newsletters. The aim has been to highlight content on fresh stories from the past and subjects that continue to challenge historical perceptions.

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Let's Get Real is a podcast dedicated to discussing topics which are important to young people. Whether you're in Further Education, an apprentice or Higher Education we are always on your side.

We will be speaking a wide range of business leaders, individuals and occasionally the odd celebrity from time to time. Whatever your thoughts and feelings we are always on your side and will ask the questions which matter most to you.

Finally, some topics may bring up certain emotions in you and we would like to remind all listeners that support is available through our welfare department who will always be happy to listen and support you if your ever struggling.

Disclaimer - Please note that the views and opinions shared on lets get real are purely those of our guest speakers and do not necessarily represent the views and values of the organisations they work for or people that they may represent.

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Click on the App Store or Google Play logos below to download the College app. Check out our latest events! Norfolk County Council and Suffolk County Council are providing access to fully funded qualifications in health and social care. This training is for existing health and social care staff who live and work in Norfolk and Suffolk.

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Over 200 children from our rural feeder schools attended the event..

Replayed on BBC Radio Suffolk with our VIP guests being interviewed across the day by broadcasting students

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Suffolk One showcasing a diverse maths wall in common areas

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Holocaust Memorial Day is a chance to focus our thoughts on remembering the millions of people murdered in the Holocaust, under Nazi Persecution, and in the genocides which followed in Cambodia, Rwanda, Bosnia, and Darfur.
We have a collection of thought provoking reading from non fiction like Bela Zsolt's 'Nine Suitcases' to fiction such as 'Schindler's Ark' and the 'Librarian of Auschwitz' which are available to borrow.

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Flags from around the world, cultural session

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FS English (body modification) - Diversity and Expression

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FS English (body modification) - Diversity and Expression

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FS English - Marcus Rashford and Lewis Hamilton

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FS English - Marcus Rashford and Lewis Hamilton

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FS English - Artificial Intelligence (covering misogyny, racism, sexism)

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FS English - Artificial Intelligence (covering misogyny, racism, sexism)

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Trans awareness

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Video created on Pronouns part 1 for employer engagement!

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Further examples of EDI in GCSE English -- Writing an Article

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Further examples of EDI in GCSE English -- Writing an Article

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This is part 3 of a set of article-writing lessons. The three question prompts build upon planning techniques from previous lessons but here the focus is on three challenging writing prompts. On this, classroom discussion, dissemination of ideas and the writing of a full article are the aims of the lesson.

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Review this guide to support your journey

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Booklet EDI in the curriculum  - Copy copy

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Resources to help self access on your EDI journey 

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Resources to help self access on your EDI journey 

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Looking at this months themes and how to embed this into your lessons?

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Here are some examples of different lessons which have dealt with particular AOs through EDI and EDI-related topics. These have been planned by various members of the team.

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Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in GCSE English at West Suffolk College

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Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in GCSE English at West Suffolk College

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4.)Sharing Good Practices on EDI in the classroom

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4.)Sharing Good Practices on EDI in the classroom

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I’ve added this into my classroom of different languages, this was a great conversation to have with learners, and embedding how this is important in your careers?

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Here are some examples of different lessons which have dealt with particular AOs through EDI and EDI-related topics. These have been planned by various members of the team.

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GCSE English -- Text for Paper 2 Q3 Lesson

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GCSE English -- Text for Paper 2 Q3 Lesson

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Here are some examples of different lessons which have dealt with particular AOs through EDI and EDI-related topics. These have been planned by various members of the team.

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2.)What will you embed for the future into your schemes of work and lessons? 

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2.)What will you embed for the future into your schemes of work and lessons? 

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1.) List some ways you already use in EDI in your sessions?

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1.) List some ways you already use in EDI in your sessions?

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ESOL staff creating different ways to use EDI and using trips to support their EDI skills

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Breaking News English Black Panther Adapted Reading