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Ways to Incorporate Multicultural Perspectives & Content across different Subjects

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Ways to Incorporate Multicultural Perspectives & Content across different Subjects

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Overall strategies among all subjects

Invite individuals from diverse backgrounds within the community to speak or collaborate on projects

Strive to recognize cultural holidays and events in classroom activities

Allow students to research and present on cultures relevant to their heritage or interests

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Arranging the classroom to display multicultural posters, student-created work representing diverse cultures, and resources in multiple languages!

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We can even set up a culture corner for students to share artifacts or stories from their heritage.

Multicultural displays such as posters, artwork, flags and images that represent a range of cultures and traditions

Inclusive library to hold books of various authors and stories including characters from a variety of racial, ethnic, linguistic and religious backgrounds

Cultural artifacts corner used to design a space where students can display items or photos that represent their culture

Flexible seating to allow for collaboration, accessibility and cultural preferences

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Using language that honors and respects all cultural identities

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Making an effort to avoid assumptions or stereotypes, and model the correct pronunciation of student names

Reinforce inclusive greetings and expressions in daily routines

Take the time to learn and correctly say all students' preferred names and pronunciation

Encourage the use of native languages in appropriate settings and celebrate different languages

Be mindful of any stereotypes and biases to challenge assumptions in texts, discussions and curriculum

Teach students how to navigate different communication styles respectfully and effectively

In teaching we can draw from a range of traditions, practices and family structures using culturally sensitive examples

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Develop classroom norms and agreements collaboratively, emphasizing respect, equity, and empathy

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Students come from different cultures that all have their own systems of values, beliefs and norms of behavior (Sachkova et al., para. 3, 2021).One way we can continue to keep these norms is to hold regular circle time or meetings to discuss community values and address any conflicts through restorative practices.

We can work together to allow students to set community expectations that emphasize respect for all cultures and viewpoints

Acknowledge and celebrate a variety of cultural and religious holidays throughout the year. We can even invite students and families to share their traditions and explain the significance, fostering greater understanding and appreciation.

We can strive to handle conflict or misunderstandings with dialogue and empath rather than punishment

Allow for students to share their experiences and perspectives trhough projects, journals instead of punishment

Allow for regular community circles to promote open dialogue and celebrate differences while building trust

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Hosting events that honor the diverse cultures represented in the school through sharing food, stories, and art that reflect their backgrounds. These events foster connections and give students pride in their heritage

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Multicultural nights can take place where families can set up booths with food, music, traditional clothing and crafts representing their culture

Inviting families to bring traditional dishes and share the stories behind them through an International potluck night

Organize students performances of traditional dances, songs, poetry or skits from carious cultures to showcase their culture

We can have family or community members come into tell stories and read books in their native languages

These story telling nights can be so powerful as families can share stories with their children and build relationships with other families. This event can even touch staff members of the school to implement these events in their own classrooms as well (Meoli, para. 3, 2021).

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Engaging students in real world learning that reflects the cultural richness of their communities 

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As a group, we can engage with local organizations or cultural groups for project-based learning

Collaborate on projects like oral history interviews, cultural fairs, or art installations that connect classroom learning to the real world

Have students interview community or family members to document local stories, traditions and histories

Allow students to explore and map local buisnesses and land makers and identify the communities they are apart of

Partner with local cultural or nonprofit organizatiions to work on projects that give back to the community such as food drives, environmental clean ups and mural painting

We can invite local professionals from diverse background to speak about their career and cultural heritage

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Creating opportunities for families to feel empowered and involved int he educational journey is key!

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Multilingual Communication and Family Outreach

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Multilingual Communication and Family Outreach

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Communicate with families in their preferred languages through translated newsletters, apps, or interpreters at meetings

Encourage ongoing dialogue and welcome family input into classroom and school events

Offer multilingual workshops that explain school procedures, grading and curriculum

Culturally inclusive parenting and education workshops allow for us to facilitate dicsussions on how to support students academically while honoring cultural identity

Host technology and homework help nights to teach parents how to use school platforms

Allow families to share their cultural expertise with staff and oteher parents to build mutual respect and learning

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Engagement with Families and Community school

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Examples of Multicultural Literature, Case Studies and Historical Events

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Examples of Multicultural Literature, Case Studies and Historical Events

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Multicultural Literature

Incorporating books and texts that reflect a wide range of cultural backgrounds to provide diverse perspectives

Examples

Esperanza Rising by Pam Munoz Ryan in literature classes

Inside Out & Back Again by Thanhha Lai for ELA

Case Studies

Bringing in real world examples and case studies from various countries and cultures to enrich students' understanding of world events and contexts

For social studies students can explore global heroes, leaders or case studies such as Malala Yousafzai (Pakistan), Wangari Maathai (Kenya) and Cesar Chavez (USA/Mexico)

Historical Events

Highlighting significant historical events from diverse cultural perspectives. In history or social studies students can compare different national holidays, movements for civil rights or migration stories

Implementing this approach allows students to research and share lesser-known events from their own cultural backgrounds or one they may be interested in

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Examples of Multicultural Literature, Case Studies and Historical Events

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Methods that Acknowledge & Utilize Students' Backgrounds in Teaching and Learning Processes

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Methods that Acknowledge & Utilize Students' Backgrounds in Teaching and Learning Processes

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Practical strategies that acknowledge students differences include...

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Adapting Teaching Styles to meet the Diverse Needs of Learning

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Adapting Teaching Styles to meet the Diverse Needs of Learning

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No two students learn in the same ways, which is why it is crucial for us to adapt our teaching to meet the needs of all students! Below are 6 ways we can actively do this within our classrooms (see 1-6)

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Diversify curriculum materials to include authors, figures and perspectives from different religions, ethnicities and worldviews

For example, texts by authors from Latin American, African or Asian backgrounds can be explored in literature

Designing lesson plans and activities that reflect and engage students’ cultural knowledge

For example, we can incorporate community issues or local customs as project topics to make lessons relatable and meaningful.

Using real world examples and case studies from cultures across subject areas is a way to bring diversity into content

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Partnering with cultural institutions to collaborate with local museums, cultural centers or universities to provide workshops or field trips

Involving local historians or religious leaders in curriculum aligned learning to bring in community experts

Connecting students and families to local libraries, cultural events or town hall meetings that promote civic pride and cultural knowledge is key

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Including authors from various cultural backgrounds

Exploring themes such as immigration, identity and cultural heritage

Incorporating writing assignments that encourage students to write personal narratives that explore their unique backgrounds or reflect on multicultural stories

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Teaching historical events from various viewpoints (ex: colonization from colonizers and colonized perspectives)

Highlighting achievements of all global contributions

Discussing global news and how culture shapes political and social systems

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Introducing contributions from scientists of different backgrounds

Include different knowledge systems across the globe (ex: Chinese medicine, Herbal medicine...)

Explore environmental or health challenges in different countries and how culture affects responses

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Teaching math concepts through historical origins (Ex: Arabic numerals, Indian contributions etc.)

Exploring multicultural contexts or settings in problem solving scenarios

Explain how math is used in different practices in various cultural practices

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Building Relationships Through Cultural Awareness 

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Building Relationships Through Cultural Awareness 

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Learning about students' cultural identities by encouraging them to share things like their heritage, languages spoken at home and family traditions

Use student surveys or cultural inventories to understand students' values, customs and learning preferences

Establish trust through respecting and incorporating cultural norms in communication (such as eye contact, tone and gestures)

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1 - Flexible Instructional Approaches & Scaffolding Learning

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1 - Flexible Instructional Approaches & Scaffolding Learning

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Adapting teaching methods to cater to different cultural and learning styles

Using visual aids, storytelling, and collaborative work to reach students from various backgrounds and providing choices in assignments that allow for personal and cultural expression.

Break tasks into manageable steps with clear instructions and visual aids

Model and thinking aloud during problem solving or reading to demonstrate thought processes

Using sentence starters, graphic organizers and guoided notes to support writing and comprehension

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Content differentiation - providing multiple levels of reading material, videos or hands on resources to accommodate different reading levels

Process differentiation - use varied instructional methods such as direct instruction, peer tutoring and Q/A time

Product differentiation - allowing students to demonstrate their learning in various ways such as essays, presentations, art or digital projects

(Taylor, para. 1, 2015).

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3 - Linguistic Inclusivity Strategies & Incorporating Culturally Responsive Teaching 

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3 - Linguistic Inclusivity Strategies & Incorporating Culturally Responsive Teaching 

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Use strategies that support English Language Learners (ELLs) and multilingual students—visual vocabulary walls, bilingual materials, and sentence frames. Celebrate multilingualism and encourage students to use their home languages as resources for learning.

Using students' cultural references in examples, discussions and classroom materials

Create inclusive classrooms by validating every students' identity and promoting equality

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4 - Using the Universal Design for Learning (UDL)

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4 - Using the Universal Design for Learning (UDL)

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Multiple Means of Representation - presenting information through visual, auditory and tactical methods such as slides, diagrams, podcasts and manipulatives

Multiple Means of Expression - allowing students to show understanding through writing, speaking or drawing

Multiple Means of Engagement - offer choices in tasks or partners to increase motivation and ownership

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Using the Universal Design for Learning (UDL)

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Using adaptive tools such as text to speech, audiobooks or screen readers for those who have reading or vision difficulties

Offering multimedia options such as videos or interactive games to support visual and auditory learners

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6 - Using Formative Assessment and Feedback

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6 - Using Formative Assessment and Feedback

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Implementing regular check ins to help adjust instruction in real time (such as exit tickets, quick quizzes and thumbs up/down)

Personalized feedback to allow for actionable steps for improvement

Allow for student reflection to encourage them in assessing their own progress and needs