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In what ways does your culture inform who you are as an educator?

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In what ways does your culture inform who you are as an educator?

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What are the social dynamics among students from different backgrounds in your classes?

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What are the social dynamics among students from different backgrounds in your classes?

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How can your create opportunities for the range of perspectives and talents in your classroom to be appreciated and leveraged to improve learning for all?

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How can your create opportunities for the range of perspectives and talents in your classroom to be appreciated and leveraged to improve learning for all?

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In what ways does the culture of your students inform the environment of your classroom?

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In what ways does the culture of your students inform the environment of your classroom?

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How would you describe or characterize the relationship between SEL and culture?

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How would you describe or characterize the relationship between SEL and culture?

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It requires that I check in with my own biases and deepen understanding of other cultures. Self awareness is key.

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It requires that I check in with my own biases and deepen understanding of other cultures. Self awareness is key.

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I think that our culture informs who we are as educators in many ways, often subconscious. Being American and white, it is easy to feel that my culture is the "norm"- however, my classrooms have been full of students who come from different cultures than my own- it is important to reflect upon your own biases and shift from just focusing on your own culture as the one that is the most important or most representative, and make sure to celebrate, highlight and honor all the cultures in your classroom

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I think that our culture informs who we are as educators in many ways, often subconscious. Being American and white, it is easy to feel that my culture is the "norm"- however, my classrooms have been full of students who come from different cultures than my own- it is important to reflect upon your own biases and shift from just focusing on your own culture as the one that is the most important or most representative, and make sure to celebrate, highlight and honor all the cultures in your classroom

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The culture/interests of students should be reflective on the physical walls of the classroom.  And if virtual, perhaps using a background with cultural elements and student interests.

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SEL and culture go hand-in-hand b/c they're both about honoring/respecting the student

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SEL and culture go hand-in-hand b/c they're both about honoring/respecting the student

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It offers me a little insight into my students' tangible and intangible cultural aspects that make them who they are

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It offers me a little insight into my students' tangible and intangible cultural aspects that make them who they are

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My concept of what is appropriate behavior in the classroom is influenced by what I think is the cultural norm.  Realizing that isn't everyone's cultural norm is essential for success of both you and the students.

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Self-monitoring and reflection are huge

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Acknowledging that our lens and those of others are unique 

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Acknowledging that our lens and those of others are unique 

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As an educator you should take time to understand the different cultures of the students in your classroom and find ways to embed and represent those cultures in the physical spaces of your room, as well as by being open and tolerant to different expressions of culture in your classroom

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Restorative circles, morning meetings, inclusive welcoming activities so everyone gets to know eachother on a more personal level.

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Restorative circles, morning meetings, inclusive welcoming activities so everyone gets to know eachother on a more personal level.

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Helping students understand differences among cultures, celebrating those differences and leveraging culture to make learning more relevant for all. 

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Helping students understand differences among cultures, celebrating those differences and leveraging culture to make learning more relevant for all. 

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Allowing for opportunities to learn about others' backgrounds is something that should be done early on in the schoolyear. Students would need to feel safe to share of course.

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The two intersect on so many levels.  In my opinion, they rely on each other...you can't have a socially emotionally supportive classroom without acknowledging how culture impacts SEL.

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The two intersect on so many levels.  In my opinion, they rely on each other...you can't have a socially emotionally supportive classroom without acknowledging how culture impacts SEL.

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totally intertwined - respecting differences and building skills

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totally intertwined - respecting differences and building skills

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The social dynamics are more positive when groups recognize their similarities and differences as strengths for the larger group

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Social dynamics may take time to be established, but kids are kids and if we promote an environment where differences are celebrated it will allow for greater collaboration and positive interactions- time should be taken to work together as a diverse group to determine mutually agreed upon norms and expectations for social dynamics

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Any group of students is entitled to a safe, welcoming environment. This is a must. Then we can start to incorporate the different cultures & perspectives into our materials, lessons, grouping, projects, etc.

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Any group of students is entitled to a safe, welcoming environment. This is a must. Then we can start to incorporate the different cultures & perspectives into our materials, lessons, grouping, projects, etc.

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By acknowledging culture and welcoming all, students will most likely feel more wanted, more optimistic, and more emotionally involved when it comes to their school experience.

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Students can and should be a part of developing the classroom environment.  Those "rules of engagement" will be much more effectively practiced if they are developed by those impacted by them. 

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Students can and should be a part of developing the classroom environment.  Those "rules of engagement" will be much more effectively practiced if they are developed by those impacted by them. 

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Hopefully I can establish strong relationships with my students and then be able to positively include their similarities and differences

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Hopefully I can establish strong relationships with my students and then be able to positively include their similarities and differences

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Build decision making skills among students

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Take into consideration the needs of all

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Take into consideration the needs of all

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A culturally responsive classroom will be enriched by SEL

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A culturally responsive classroom will be enriched by SEL

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I think that our culture informs who we are as educators by encouraging us to be cognizant of our own personal beliefs and how it impacts our students' school experience. Our job as an educator is to create that safe environment for them to be the best human they can be as well as being loved for who they are. 

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I think that our culture informs who we are as educators by encouraging us to be cognizant of our own personal beliefs and how it impacts our students' school experience. Our job as an educator is to create that safe environment for them to be the best human they can be as well as being loved for who they are. 

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Culture and socio-economic values...being aware that what I consider to be important in day-to-day living is not what others may.  Judging/stereotyping cultures will influence us as educators.

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Our classroom environment is impacted by our students' cultures by giving opportunities for them to share their interests and have a safe place to show emotions. 

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Our classroom environment is impacted by our students' cultures by giving opportunities for them to share their interests and have a safe place to show emotions. 

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Pre-K teachers learn best from little ones as they don't have biases about different cultures and backgrounds. They love each other for being kind friends. 

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Pre-K teachers learn best from little ones as they don't have biases about different cultures and backgrounds. They love each other for being kind friends. 

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I think in general that our culture informs who we are as educators by shaping our teaching styles from our own past experiences. I try to personally remember the traits of good teachers that I have had and aspire to emulate those qualities, but at the same time, I grew up going to a small school where 99% of the students looked just like me and had similar backgrounds. As an educator, I reflect on this and try to diversify the materials that I present in class to make it more representative for our society as a whole.

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Morning meetings, morning check-ins, center activities, friendship workshops and group learning. 

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Morning meetings, morning check-ins, center activities, friendship workshops and group learning. 

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Giving students opportunities to interact in non-academic activities beginning at a young age may help them internalize "what is on the inside" is what matters.

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SEL and culture go together like peanut butter and jelly. It is all about respecting one another and differing opinions. Our classroom culture is the foreground of how students can be successful at school. If you don't have a good culture in your room, students will struggle to trust. 

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SEL and culture go together like peanut butter and jelly. It is all about respecting one another and differing opinions. Our classroom culture is the foreground of how students can be successful at school. If you don't have a good culture in your room, students will struggle to trust. 

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Purposefully learning about cultures in a safe, respectful environment will hopefully foster positive, educated understandings of human beings.

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I think that it is important to take the time to understand the different cultures of the students in your classroom, and not just take for granted that because someone may look like you it automatically means that they share your culture. It is important to make your space representative of multiple cultures, not just ones that can be found in your classroom. By making your classroom a safe place, students will be more comfortable and willing to engage and share.

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I think that building relationships in the classroom is the key. As an educator, I take time to work with my homeroom students and my ELA students to not only teach content, but to include different team building activities to build relationships.

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Schedule time to do team building activities and game to build relationships and friendships. The better the relationships, the more likely students will be willing to share.

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I agree with everything that was stated above.

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It makes me want to learn more about other cultures I am less familiar with so students feel welcome. 

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It makes me want to learn more about other cultures I am less familiar with so students feel welcome. 

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Singing songs that are part of the routine in different languages. 

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Singing songs that are part of the routine in different languages. 

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Morning meetings, sharing circles, team building, reflection groups.

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Morning meetings, sharing circles, team building, reflection groups.

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Culture is a foundation for and embedded into SEL

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Culture is a foundation for and embedded into SEL