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After considering the article about anti-Asian discrimination, I was struck by the silence that exists around the struggle of so many Americans and how currents are not always adequately addressed in my curriculum.

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The "race" race video certainly makes a point about advantage in our society, and advantage often correlates with SES. But the link here reads “race video, “ which I find interesting. The coach in the video makes a point about the black guys “smoking” the white guys if the whites weren’t advantaged. Well, there’s a blatant stereotype, no? Certainly one that some “black guys” wouldn’t appreciate - it’s like saying all Asians are good at Math. Why include that - it’s irrelevant.

It’s about advantages. This raises another question - what’s the difference between advantage and privilege? Does either suggest undeserved position founded on the suffering of others? Why does the rhetoric of racial bias focus on the term “privilege” instead of advantage? Isn’t the point that all should have equal opportunities in our society? To focus on what creates inequalities and address the root causes rather than suggest those who have achieved without disadvantage are somehow privileged rather than state those who must achieve in the face of disadvantage are deprived of equity?

I think this would be an interesting article to share:

https://www.insidehighered.com/views/2016/11/15/why-its-better-talk-about-advantage-rather-privilege-essay

It suggests that the language of advantage directed toward those possessing advantage generates less hostility and defensiveness, more openness - isn’t that the idea?

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The reading made me examine my own practices with discipline referrals

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The reading made me examine my own practices with discipline referrals

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Researched reasons why Asian students change their names.  Read several very interesting articles.

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Researched reasons why Asian students change their names.  Read several very interesting articles.

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https://www.nbcnews.com/news/asian-america/americanizing-asians-mental-toll-being-asked-change-your-name-n1232116

https://www.cnn.com/style/article/asian-american-name-change-hyphenated-intl-hnk-dst/index.html

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It is very clear that race and racism is America's biggest problem
and the solutions are elusive...

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REfection time was important to simply "THINK,,,"

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REfection time was important to simply "THINK,,,"

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The video $100 to the Winner of the Race was an excellent visual of white privilege for those who do not have a real understanding of it.

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Confirmed my thoughts about students' names and how they affect their school experience.  

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Confirmed my thoughts about students' names and how they affect their school experience.  

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I have found this to be a valuable resource for teaching Anti-racism in the visual arts.

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Anti-Racist : a person who opposes racism and promotes racial tolerance.

Bias : favoring or showing prejudice towards certain people or ideas.

BIPOC : Black, Indigenous and People of Color.

Cultural Appropriation: inappropriately and/or incorrectly using or taking advantage of, or claiming ownership and rights to use another culture's capital and patrimony; such as fashion, trends, iconography, traditional art, ceremonies, etc.

False Narrative : a story that you perceive as being true but has little basis in reality, this perception can be due to insufficient or inaccurate information or to insufficient or inaccurate assessment.

NBIPOC : Non-Black Indigenous People of Color

Person of color : a person who is not white or of European parentage.

Stereotype : a category or group that we put people into (thinking a certain type of person or thing acts/thinks/looks a certain way).

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The race video gave a very clear visual to a hidden issue.

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The race video gave a very clear visual to a hidden issue.

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One of the things I explored was the Addressing Anti-Asian Racism with Students resources and I liked how the creators emphasized teaching students that the racism has been in existance for a long time. It's not new; it's not an isolated thing just this past year with Covid-19. Students need to recognize that racism exists all the time, not just when it makes it to the news.

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One of the things I explored was the Addressing Anti-Asian Racism with Students resources and I liked how the creators emphasized teaching students that the racism has been in existance for a long time. It's not new; it's not an isolated thing just this past year with Covid-19. Students need to recognize that racism exists all the time, not just when it makes it to the news.

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Incorporating awareness of local impacts of inequality as well as opportunities.

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PCCY Report: No More Dreams Deferred -- to inform instruction gradeshttps://www.pccy.org/report/no-more-dreams-deferred/

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PCCY Report: No More Dreams Deferred -- to inform instruction gradeshttps://www.pccy.org/report/no-more-dreams-deferred/

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I am recognizing that when we talk about diversity it is more than just cultural diversity. This can also include diversity based on disability, gender, and sexuality.

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How can we encourage conversations about anti-racism without initiating resistance in the people we're trying to engage?

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How can we encourage conversations about anti-racism without initiating resistance in the people we're trying to engage?

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NPHS - Social Studies

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High school English teacher here, and the one spark that struck me was that we can only facilitate conversations and encourage students to come together and open that dialogue respectfully. We need to show students that there are perspectives out there that are different but valid, and everyone needs to be respectful of that. We need to open conversations and encourage students to listen respectfully.

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I have recognized how Eurocentric my own education, especially in the arts, was. I believe I have a responsibility to my students to teach them about more diverse artists, techniques, and concepts.

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10, 12 English. Looking ahead to AAPI heritage month, I wanted to explore issues related to that community. The materials sparked some ideas, but my biggest takeaway is the necessity for self-reflection, speaking up, and continual learning. 

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10, 12 English. Looking ahead to AAPI heritage month, I wanted to explore issues related to that community. The materials sparked some ideas, but my biggest takeaway is the necessity for self-reflection, speaking up, and continual learning. 

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It confirmed my suspicions about the implicit bias testing.

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It confirmed my suspicions about the implicit bias testing.

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The end of the Race Video had me fighting back tears.

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The end of the Race Video had me fighting back tears.

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Learning for Justice is a really strong resource!

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Learning for Justice is a really strong resource!

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The "race video" was a great metaphor and really made its point clearly

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I re-explored the implicit bias tests we took last year, and got completely different (opposite results). Not sure what we can do with that, but I think we have to be careful making assumptions about people's implicit biases.

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I re-explored the implicit bias tests we took last year, and got completely different (opposite results). Not sure what we can do with that, but I think we have to be careful making assumptions about people's implicit biases.

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NPHS 10 - 12 - Social Studies

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I learned something new today, that implicit bias does not equal racism, that implicit bias is part of ordinary mental functions, and how to challenge my implicit biases.

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Interesting to read about key elements necessary for effective anti-racist education and to explore via embedded link on Natl'l Museum of African American History & Culture. website to study on debate over differences between a multicultural approach vs.  anti-racist education
Sp. Ed Asst.

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Cultural Divide Among Teachers-Bridging Gaps...

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Cultural Divide Among Teachers-Bridging Gaps...

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This was about 8 or 9 minutes in length, but I thought it was an interesting point.

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Bridging the Cultural Divide Between Teachers and Students

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I think the challenge in teaching for CP&E is that we feel a strong responsibility to think about what we'll SAY.  But whatever strategies we embrace, it has to think about whether it will succeed in getting our students to LISTEN.

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I think the challenge in teaching for CP&E is that we feel a strong responsibility to think about what we'll SAY.  But whatever strategies we embrace, it has to think about whether it will succeed in getting our students to LISTEN.

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I began researching Bruce Davidson's photo essay on the Freedom Riders. This would be a great addition to a documentary project or even an independent project to get students thinking about the meaning of images, their historical context, and how they can tell stories through their own photography,

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This website is something I'd like more time to explore: https://sites.google.com/view/antiracistartteachers/home

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I'm glad to see that the District is taking this topic seriously and putting the resources into it to make it happen. This should not me a one and done where we move on next year. We should continue to have these conversations in the years to come.

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Idaho's state legislature this week signed a bill making the teaching of critical race theory illegal in public schools. See if the governor signs it and other states will follow.

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Looking at the resources from Learning for Justice (formerly Teaching Tolerance).  There's some great stuff here.  Well constructed, lesson-friendly materials and useful instructional activities and questions.

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Looking at the resources from Learning for Justice (formerly Teaching Tolerance).  There's some great stuff here.  Well constructed, lesson-friendly materials and useful instructional activities and questions.

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Many of the activities and resources I reviewed emphasized the importance of listening to others points of view.

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Impact in Business for those with Disabilities

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Impact in Business for those with Disabilities

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I would like to see how trends in business communities have changed with heightened awareness and knowledge people with disabilities.

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I really try to be mindful of my surroundings and the people that I am impacting but it doesn't hurt to be reminded that words and actions have consequences.

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Disability as a Form of Diversity confirmed my belief that compassion, empathy and understanding promotes acceptance and inclusion with all people regardless of ethnic, racial, religious, etc. differences.

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The 2 adults had viewed a situation from a different perspective and were able to talk out their views instead of keeping silent and having ill feelings.

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I watched the video on viewing disability as diversity and found it very helpful and profound.  Working adjacent to the special education department and with students with disabilities, I enjoyed how the speaker discussed how their "disability" is only one aspect of their personal story and background. 

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I watched the video on viewing disability as diversity and found it very helpful and profound.  Working adjacent to the special education department and with students with disabilities, I enjoyed how the speaker discussed how their "disability" is only one aspect of their personal story and background. 

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storytelling gives us different perspectives and builds empathy. The great thing about studying history are the personal stories.

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I found resources on the topic of the language of diversity, identity, racism...

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Articles, books, workshops centered around black pedagogy

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Articles, books, workshops centered around black pedagogy

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Incorporating more diverse artists into my lessons so that students see themselves, discussing identity, and integrating more historical information will help engage students.

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The National Museum for African Am. Hist & Culture features inspiring Ted Talk. -How to Overcome Your Biases
It offers great advice-Expanding circles - seeking authentic relationships and stepping away from denial and comfort zones to look at holistic whole person -give them that grace and openness.
Reminds people to think about associations we make.
Biases are stories we make up about people
Sp. Ed Depart Asst

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Teacher - I watched a podcast.  I believe it is always best to talk about any "issues" you have with another person.  It is best to talk it out and express yourself.  Many times the message is not delivered/ received as intended.

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Teacher - I watched a podcast.  I believe it is always best to talk about any "issues" you have with another person.  It is best to talk it out and express yourself.  Many times the message is not delivered/ received as intended.

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You really have to put yourself  in a certain way you really have to put yourself in the other people's shoes.

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You really have to put yourself  in a certain way you really have to put yourself in the other people's shoes.

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZahtlxW2CIQ

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10 S.S.
Students are people and they are imperfect and will struggle, as we all do, but letting them know that they are worthy of love and belonging will give them the courage to try.

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I watched the Race Video. It make me think about how so many people have so many advantages and they did nothing to earn them. The playing field is definitely not fair. We do need to always remember that! I loved how some of the runners in the back ran so hard to try to win even though that were at a significant disadvantage.

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I then watched a video about microaggressions in the classroom. It was video made by UNC for their professors on microaggressions, microinsults, and microinvalidations. It was very interesting to hear students talk about their experiences and it sparked my thinking about perception. It really forces you to challenge your own perceptions and think more about others' interpretations of things people say that aren't meant to be hurtful or racist, but are.

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I read an article about how important it is to include many different cultures names into problems so that every student feels represented. I took the opportunity today to design multiple pedigrees that include different cultures names so that all of my students can feel welcomed and accounted for.
NPHS - Biology Teacher

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I watched the Bibi video from Learning from Justice.  I then watched a follow up video about intersectionality.  It is interesting to analyze visible and invisible characteristics and how they impact perceptions and relationships.
High school social studies

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The video opened my eyes to the given advantages to students, with out their asking or doing. Often times many things are taken care of for most students. Compared to the students who have to worry about all the little things, while also trying to get to the same point as their piers. 

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The video opened my eyes to the given advantages to students, with out their asking or doing. Often times many things are taken care of for most students. Compared to the students who have to worry about all the little things, while also trying to get to the same point as their piers. 

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I reviewed Fostering Civil Discourse.  I found it enlightening that I need to start by evaluating what topics I find challenging to discuss and why I find them challenging.  I plan to make a list of challenging discussion topics and reflect on why I find them challenging.

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One "spark" that I identified with was staying strong through day to day challenges. I really enjoyed the themes of positivity and respect throughout the article, especially when the author wrote, "to hang tough through failures." The take away was to allow people to fail well and frequently to get to succeed long-term.

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I listened to the 2nd Bauer/Diegue blog and watched the Race video. What I came away with from both was that mindfulness of what we say and do in the moment can make the difference between alienating a student or engaging them in future interactions.

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To tackle the world’s big problems, this is the kind of imagination you must have May 13, 2020 / Jacqueline Novogratz A really good article about translating empathy into action.

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To tackle the world’s big problems, this is the kind of imagination you must have May 13, 2020 / Jacqueline Novogratz A really good article about translating empathy into action.

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I would like to see more resources about building lesson Plans for topics in this area.

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It helped me to consider a key argument of the antiracist movement and how it made me feel.

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You can't judge a book by its cover
2 different men lived in same area yet grew up to their expectations only because of not having or having the support at their homes and education

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McKinsey.com
Institute for Black Economic Mobility is a really interesting website I came upon after launching a query stemming from doing an activity on the Nat'l Museum of African American related to  assessing  best service/experience/outcomes in different race categories.  This website looks at economic outcomes for blacks in various sectors.  It gives data and startling statistics on the economic challenges and lack of upward mobility currently in place.  Interesting for educators to think about and know the obstacles and challenges faced as they prepare young people w/skills to succeed and seek prosperity in US in jobs.  Site has monthly newsletter and astonishing data on inequities.  Articles as well.  Interesting site noting ---It’s time for a new approach to racial equity
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I would like to hear more from students of color and their experiences in North Penn High School.  I would like to hear how they feel excluded and how they have felt included.

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I would like to hear more from students of color and their experiences in North Penn High School.  I would like to hear how they feel excluded and how they have felt included.

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Continue to build on the R&D of today so it can be successfully implemented into the classroom and then shared within the department for the sharing of strengths and weaknesses within the lesson.

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The video confirmed my thinking about race and the inequity that many African American face in America. I believe that it can be shared as a learning tool and awareness piece in hopes that anyone experiencing the video understands that everyone does not start on the same starting line, which means that others may finish the race and others may not.

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The video confirmed my thoughts on white privilege and opportunity, but made me thing about socio-economic inequality as well.

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More than one thing can be true at the same time.

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More than one thing can be true at the same time.

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I watched a video with Michael Welp about "Cultural Blind Spot" and it helped me see somethings about myself that I have not noticed before, things that I want to change.

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One spark was sometimes we don't realize we have a bias towards a certain group. You need to walk towards it to get rid of it.

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Disability as a Form of Diversity by Sam Drazin

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Disability as a Form of Diversity by Sam Drazin

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My spark brought me back to my childhood and my familial foundation, which included being taught awareness, compassion and empathy towards all, and my naive assumption that most people have this foundation. If you don't, to achieve the goal of changing behavior to accept and include all you have to first acquire knowledge and change perception.

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More than one thing can be true at the same time.

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It confirmed, that even with good intentions, I am woefully ignorant of what a black or brown child faces daily in life, let alone the classroom. Because I was born with the benefits of white privilege and the gift of not having to think about race to run my daily life, I don't really understand or can conceive of what it means to be black or brown. I expect certain cultural understandings that the brown and black students don't have while they have other understandings of which I know nothing. Compassion and empathy are not enough, they must be grounded in a great phrase I found in another article "moral imagination". Loved this: "Moral imagination starts with empathy, but it does not content itself simply to feel another’s pain. Empathy without action risks reinforcing the status quo.

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It confirmed, that even with good intentions, I am woefully ignorant of what a black or brown child faces daily in life, let alone the classroom. Because I was born with the benefits of white privilege and the gift of not having to think about race to run my daily life, I don't really understand or can conceive of what it means to be black or brown. I expect certain cultural understandings that the brown and black students don't have while they have other understandings of which I know nothing. Compassion and empathy are not enough, they must be grounded in a great phrase I found in another article "moral imagination". Loved this: "Moral imagination starts with empathy, but it does not content itself simply to feel another’s pain. Empathy without action risks reinforcing the status quo.

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ELD NPHS: Concerning English language learners, we discussed the differing experiences our African immigrant students have with those of African American students and how we can better support their cultural adjustment through reading African immigrant memoirs.

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ELD NPHS: Concerning English language learners, we discussed the differing experiences our African immigrant students have with those of African American students and how we can better support their cultural adjustment through reading African immigrant memoirs.

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The article I read was informative and helpful in understanding a key point in the anti-racism debate, and I will continue to familiarize myself with the tenets of the movement.

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I have seen the race video but watched it again today.  It made me think after watching Our Voice today how Africans American feel with all being represented the same way in the video.  

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I have seen the race video but watched it again today.  It made me think after watching Our Voice today how Africans American feel with all being represented the same way in the video.  

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Jason Reynolds delivers Lesley University Commencement address is a great short video clip to watch and show students. It has a powerful message on this topic.

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Frida Kahlo identity unit by Dr. Lori Santos gives a VERY comprehensive example of investigating identity through art. This challenges teachers of "intro courses" to completely integrate another NECESSARY objective into a course where learning curve for skills and knowledge is so steep and so necessary.

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More from the NAA History museum on not just White privilege but also white fragility which is very interesting. 

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More from the NAA History museum on not just White privilege but also white fragility which is very interesting. 

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I watched the Race Video because it always sparks my interest to hear peoples' perspectives on race.

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Confirms 2 people from same background be products of their expectations. Its not that parent don't care its they don't know?

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Confirms 2 people from same background be products of their expectations. Its not that parent don't care its they don't know?

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The "Race Video" was a hard punch in the face.  When questions are asked that are drenched in very real situations for how we were raised and our social status set many folks far apart.  The reality of what separates us  clearly illustrates the privilege that so many have.  The impact of things that I had nothing to do with but where handed to me was truly eye opening.

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The "Race Video" was a hard punch in the face.  When questions are asked that are drenched in very real situations for how we were raised and our social status set many folks far apart.  The reality of what separates us  clearly illustrates the privilege that so many have.  The impact of things that I had nothing to do with but where handed to me was truly eye opening.

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The $100 race video confirmed my thinking that we oversimplify the issue, and make way too many assumptions based on the color of a person’s skin.

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The $100 race video confirmed my thinking that we oversimplify the issue, and make way too many assumptions based on the color of a person’s skin.

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I found that it is important to include examples of influential art and artist from diverse backgrounds. As an art teacher I am constantly encouraging my students to find their voice and to use it through their art work. It is helpful for those students to be able to see artists from their own person race and gender, someone that they can identify with.

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I listened to one of the "Time for Dinner" podcasts and was enlightened about the perspective that blacks have on certain situations.

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I listened to one of the "Time for Dinner" podcasts and was enlightened about the perspective that blacks have on certain situations.

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Providing more options for students when it comes to creating instead of funneling them into one outcome.

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The video 'Not in our Town" made me wonder who I could have supported in my town.

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Discovered innovative art lessons that teach students to investigate their own identity in the pursuit of understanding themself and their place in this world.

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The quote or spark that resonated with me from the Resource Article from The Atlantic on what Anti-racist teachers do was the following" teachers whose black students are not doing well in their classes need to start identifying with those students."  I try to establish working relationships with all students, and we cover multiracial and gender perspectives in class, but could I do more to identify with students of color? 10th Grade American History

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The quote or spark that resonated with me from the Resource Article from The Atlantic on what Anti-racist teachers do was the following" teachers whose black students are not doing well in their classes need to start identifying with those students."  I try to establish working relationships with all students, and we cover multiracial and gender perspectives in class, but could I do more to identify with students of color? 10th Grade American History

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Doesn't mean if someone starts the race ahead your going to win the race. Keep going one step at a time....

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Doesn't mean if someone starts the race ahead your going to win the race. Keep going one step at a time....

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I want to see more resources about how these social and race issues also affect language learners and people that grew up in other cultures

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to be empathetic you need to be aware o differences

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This video has confirmed my thinking that white privilege is real.  We all don’t have the same opportunities as others.  We need to remember this when dealing with students daily.

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After reading about the difference between "Black Lives Matter" and "All Lives Matter", I have rethought about why it is important to focus on BLM and my way of advocating for black lives.

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After reading about the difference between "Black Lives Matter" and "All Lives Matter", I have rethought about why it is important to focus on BLM and my way of advocating for black lives.

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We listened to one of the Bauer Hour podcasts and learned that some people have stolen black people's content on social media sites.  that was interesting

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We listened to one of the Bauer Hour podcasts and learned that some people have stolen black people's content on social media sites.  that was interesting

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Disability is the largest minority in the world.

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 Disability as a Form of Diversity with Sam Drazin

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 Disability as a Form of Diversity with Sam Drazin

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The activity the students did to understand others disabilities.

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to be syimpathetic you need to be aware of differences