https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21 What are your "first thoughts" after you read each of the 13 statements? For two or more of the statements, click the "+" under the heading to WRITE whether you AGREE or DISAGREE with the statement. Then EXPLAIN your reasoning. (Make sure to sign in to Padlet or include your name in your responses.) en-us 2021-08-02 03:53:32 UTC 2022-03-20 20:58:04 UTC hello@padlet.com mhindman5 https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1667131983 We learn to see differences in skin color and other features at the early age of 6 months old. If a white teacher is saying this (and I am assuming they are since 80% of teachers are white and this is a very white thing to say), then they have been socialized to place value on these differences. Values that are rooted in white supremacy. It takes a lifetime of unlearning to shake these implicit biases. Also, being color blind ignores, and denies the cultural background and identity of the students of color as well as the injustices, both historic and present-day that they face.

]]> 2021-08-02 22:39:44 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1667131983 mhindman5 https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1667136825 It's all very interconnected. ]]> 2021-08-02 22:50:30 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1667136825 mhindman5 https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1667138706 First off, this statement assumes that each group of students listed is a monolith. There are cultures, within cultures, within cultures, it would be impossible to teach to the distinctive culture of each student. Also, it is assuming the teacher knows everything about everyone's distinctive culture which is most likely not true and can be harmful. I think teachers should leave ample space in their teaching for their individual students to bring (if they feel safe enough) their own distinctive culture to the classroom. Like a potluck of culture! ]]> 2021-08-02 22:54:57 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1667138706 https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1667238966 I believe it's good to be mindful of the effort students put into their assignments. And even if they don't meet all the expectations, if the student shows clear motivation for any single avenue of interest, it should be encouraged accordingly.]]> 2021-08-03 01:13:17 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1667238966 https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1667243655 Disagree, though this sentence requires more nuance. Clearly, the teacher should provide the tools necessary to succeed for any student struggling with English. Additionally, the teacher should acknowledge the strength in achieving proficiency in multiple languages and should perhaps mastermind an assignment that would promote this strength.]]> 2021-08-03 01:18:18 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1667243655 LACEY_J32 https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1668076537 agree and some
As an art teacher I embrace different learning styles, this is what makes art so much fun because every way of learning is accepted.   Not only will I match these learning styles, but we will all learn from each other, so we can continue to grow our unique creative minds in so many different ways.  Plus it would be just boring if everyone had the same learning style, which means I would have to teach the same way every time.]]> 2021-08-03 18:12:10 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1668076537 LACEY_J32 https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1668084331
I disagree because how about my colleagues and I were talking about race in a positive way, that can't open up a can of worms.  But it is never good to have that mentality on any subject.  If you feel talking about race won't change anything or will start a negative outcome then come at it in a different way.  For example I will show how I feel about race through art because that's how I communicate and express my concerns.  I know sometimes visual speaks louder and clearer than words.]]> 2021-08-03 18:23:01 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1668084331 fpazmino1 https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1668541187 I think it is positive to talk about race and recognize ourselves as different, to be open to knowing what we have experienced, to know our realities and to take into account that if at any time a colleague expresses a racist speech, we can verbally demonstrate his harmful position and silence him, so as not to reproduce that hatred and frustration.]]> 2021-08-04 04:49:47 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1668541187 fpazmino1 https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1668545658 I believe that it is positive that a teacher knows each of his students, the subjects that should receive more support or those in which they have a notable presentation, but thus it is also necessary to challenge their abilities in a fair measure in order to encourage them to learn now. achieve goals that give them happiness and desire to continue exploring.]]> 2021-08-04 04:55:08 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1668545658 agatten https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1669327468 All voices in our classrooms have value and contribute to the conversations and learning that happens. Encouraging all voices through small group work provides opportunities for those students to develop confidence in speaking in a smaller, less threatening manner. Incorporating different cultures into lesson plans may provide students with an opportunity to be considered an 'expert' in that culture. As educators, we should be encouraging all students to be heard while maybe not focusing on picking those students. There are other ways to get a conversation going in a classroom than just asking questions and picking on students to answer them. ]]> 2021-08-04 22:29:10 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1669327468 agatten https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1669329214 Students feel engaged when they are learning about something that is relevant to them. As a math teacher, I will provide problems and examples that pull from the combined culture of my classes as much as possible. Nobody wants to read a word problem about Bill and Mary. However, if I use names and objects that are culturally tied to students in my classroom, they will be able to "see themselves in the math", which draws them in and makes it more personal for them. We have spent too long teaching school from the viewpoint of older, white Europeans. It is about time that we stop doing that. ]]> 2021-08-04 22:32:51 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1669329214 https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1669650880 In not thinking of students in terms of their race or ethnicity, your also not seeing who they are in relation to their culture and possible racial lived experience. This statement is dismmissive and ego driven, in my opinion.]]> 2021-08-05 04:56:41 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1669650880 tellocat https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1670293218
One cannot be 'color blind', by doing this you are taking away a part of your student. Being hispanic, white, black is a big factor when it comes to the lives of our students. Rather than ignoring ethnicity and race, we should learn and listen. This is the most helpful thing we can do when we have students of other races. ]]> 2021-08-05 18:48:05 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1670293218 tellocat https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1670295054 As an educator it is our job to ensure that our students have basic understanding and we can take those basic ideas and create complex though. You cannot expect a student who does not understand simple addition to do algebra. Laying down the foundation is key for future learning, otherwise it can be extremely discouraging presenting complex thoughts and could lead to disinterest. ]]> 2021-08-05 18:50:53 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1670295054 https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1670417882 It is impossible to be colorblind about race & ethnicity. It would not be right to try to wash our ethnicity and race of a people. It has actually already been tried before, when the U.S. government tried to destroy native languages, religions and culture by kidnapping native children and sending them to basically white washing schools. It was a tragic and terrible system that damaged and in many cases ruining the cultural identity of those peoples. Rather than the descendants being happy white like clones, those people have only become angry that part of their identity and heritage was destroyed. To try to make blacks or latinos/latinas adapt would be equally damaging and shortsighted. The differences are what make our country stronger, not weaker. We should celebrate those unique differences as part of a great 31 flavors or tossed salad. ]]> 2021-08-05 22:07:43 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1670417882 averie2 https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1670453981 I disagree with this statement.

Wealth within the United States is unequally distributed by race, particularly among white and Black households. Black households have a fraction of the wealth that white families have. There are many reasons for this, such as Black households having far less access to tax-advantaged forms of savings, partially due to a long history of discriminatory practices such as in employment. Black people have less access to stable jobs, good wages, and retirement benefits at work, all of which are very important ways in which American families are able to gain savings. On top of that, white people have the benefit of centuries of privilege. One of the most obvious ways this manifests within school districts is funding. The Housing Act of 1949 encouraged white movement to the suburbs, meaning that in modern times the "better funded" schools of the suburbs are mostly white.]]> 2021-08-05 23:24:34 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1670453981 averie2 https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1670463442 I completely disagree.

So often, it is the burden of educators of color who are expected to support students of color which creates a lot of extra emotional labor for them. White educators, if they assume that educators of color will do this work for them rather than taking it on themselves if they see it at all, they increase the workload of their colleagues. On top of this, educators of color are also expected to take on antiracist work within their school districts, even if their white colleagues think of themselves as anti-racist, and educators of color are more likely to be questioned about their competence especially if they discuss anti-racism within the classroom. By opening up conversations about race between colleagues, we can help to lift the burden of it from educators of color and educate ourselves.

]]> 2021-08-05 23:40:53 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1670463442 skrug6 https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1670463836 Economics is the primary cause for why folks do poorly or not. If both parents are available to help students with homework, have a proactive focus on their studies, then I believe minorities are not limited to their success in school or beyond due to being minorities. I know a few successful black professionals in each case it was a mix of good/great efforts in school with parents/family who encouraged them to be ambitious. ]]> 2021-08-05 23:41:35 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1670463836 skrug6 https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1670471042 Although teaching every subsect of culture in depth is impossible. I think all would benefit from some broad cultural introduction, perhaps have different cultures covered in different terms or months or it might be more practical to have the school give in depth classes for a whole year. For example in HS, to have (in any order) Frosh year European/Middle eastern-US, Sophomore year African-Black US, Junior year Native-Latino/Latina US, Senior year Asian -Asian U.S. 
During which in those years the kids would be focused on the history, music, foods, society, culture and so forth with some kind of year summary presentation on what they want to focus on, lower grades might end up with a party of the culture's food and music. Even that I'm sure wouldn't be perfect. The problem is either we teach all cultures or none, but if we teach none, then the local culture is all that is impacting the students for the whole time they are in school cause they are getting that outside of their classroom/homework. ]]> 2021-08-05 23:54:44 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1670471042 skrug6 https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1670474154 This is America......
I strongly dislike people who make that statement. 
The fact is that some cultures do not have the students question the teachers, Japan is one. Then the student gives all their questions to the teacher after the class. The problem with that in our country is our teachers calculate how we understand the lesson that's been read by the types of conversation that the students engage with the teacher and each other. In Japan the teacher just presents the material as it is rock solid. In the U.S. we are taught to interact and question each other's stances and viewpoints with the goal of respectfully coming to enlightenment or a decision from that back & forth communication. Also often our class participation grade of around 10% is attributed to how we interact in class. In Japan I saw kids sleeping in class with their recording devices going.... ]]> 2021-08-06 00:00:31 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1670474154 skrug6 https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1670477949 While that might be the case in some or even many families there are exceptions. My dad's family was very poor while he grew up. Neither parent had finished high school and my grandparents basically share cropped, to support their kids. My dad got tired of moving around by the time he was in middle school he had attended several schools. So he told his parents no more moving. He worked hard, graduated, joined the Air Force, then the GI Bill paid his way through college & for his master's degree. We can have the richest parents in the world, but if one doesn't study they don't learn. ]]> 2021-08-06 00:06:52 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1670477949 tlm61 https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1670698140 This feels like a false dichotomy. My response to this is the responsibility would be of the advanced students to teach/explain/demonstrate to the other members of the group how to acheive the solutions/answers their getting/coming up with. Just because some students are ahead, doesn't mean that they have mastered the skill or knowledge/content area.]]> 2021-08-06 03:59:20 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1670698140 skrug6 https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1670782808 Taking a college course in any country's native language should be a determiner that the student can handle that nation's language and hence can be hired by a company or organization after they graduate. I think that the ultimate reason for taking college courses is to prove that we have achieved a certain level of competency to be employable. Otherwise what is the reason to go through a college course? People who are challenged by a courses' language should take language classes or perhaps take classes as an Audit. ]]> 2021-08-06 05:54:47 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1670782808 skrug6 https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1670789558 I believe people should be encouraged to do their best in school, that teachers should offer times outside of class when they can meet and be accessible for emailed questions. That said, if the bar for grading work is dropped to just "well they tried", but even thought hey didn't produce work that is quality, what we are doing then is punishing those who can do good work and eventually every one might do the absolute minimum in order to get the easy grade than push themselves to do great work.]]> 2021-08-06 06:01:49 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1670789558 eglijoel https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1670842196 I believe that this mindset can be dangerous for multiple reasons.  First, students should be challenged to do assignments and lessons that are outside of their initial understanding; although the growth could be 'painful,' it is worse to never challenge them and only have them working on things that they already know that they can do.  Preparing them with the life skills of 'getting back up again' after falling/failing is crucial.  Additionally, while it is probably a good practice to know where the limits of students' understanding is, if I assume that my student doesn't know how to do something and I accordingly 'protect' them from the discomfort of failure, I am essentially not only robbing them of that potential lesson but I may also be wrong to assume that they could not have risen to the occasion. ]]> 2021-08-06 07:16:15 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1670842196 eglijoel https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1670848400 Whatever the subject area is, I believe that a solid bedrock of foundational skills is what allows for the more complex learning tasks to actually have an impact on their learning. If a task may be too complex for a student or group of students, it might be better to reinforce the foundational skills before moving on to areas that are complexities of those initial lessons. This isn't to say that complex learning tasks and environments should be avoided, but 'jumping into the deep end' of a subject where a student isn't ready to make the leap will not give them the same educational return on their time, and may actually be damaging to their psyche if they feel that they were asked to do something far outside the range of what they were ready to do. A little challenge is good, but only if they have a solid foundation from which to go from.]]> 2021-08-06 07:25:29 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1670848400 feeneyar https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671075194 The assignment can be adapted to accommodate English learners. A student struggling with English does not necessarily mean they are struggling with other subjects and may even be more advanced. Instruction can be given slowly and repeated in different ways while their can be options on the way the assignment is completed. Students understanding an assignment is a teachers goal whether or not the students are struggling with English. ]]> 2021-08-06 14:04:56 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671075194 feeneyar https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671085944 If educational achievement is not a high priority, the family could be prioritizing earning an income and keeping food on the table. Attending school events may not be the best way they can support their student. Each family has their own expectations and challenges. These students are the ones that could need more support from the school. ]]> 2021-08-06 14:17:15 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671085944 dahll https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671119612 I believe talking about race is the only way to make any progress. Shying away from tough conversations to ensure we stay comfortable will never get us anywhere. At times, these conversations may get uncomfortable, emotional, heated or otherwise, but that is the best to move forward and understand each other better. As a white woman, I want to know how to best support my colleagues of color, in and out of the classroom.]]> 2021-08-06 14:54:53 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671119612 dahll https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671143959 First, who decides what matters most? Second, wouldn't offering our students these examples (cultural, historical, and everyday lived experiences) be the best way to cultivate an active learning environment? When our students can connect what they're learning to their own lives, that is when it can "click" and make the most sense. As long as our students are leaving the classroom each day with something valuable in their back pocket, no time is wasted.]]> 2021-08-06 15:24:31 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671143959 kgmoran88 https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671245011 I believe that if you don't see color, you don't see people of color and their beauty, strength, unique cultures and perspectives. ]]> 2021-08-06 17:38:12 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671245011 kgmoran88 https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671249158 Finding and using examples for the cultural and lived experiences of my students is what matters most. It is the only way to ensure that the lessons are as relevant, meaningful and engaging as possible. ]]> 2021-08-06 17:43:54 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671249158 kgmoran88 https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671251995 It will open a can of worms, for sure, and, as educators, is one of the most important cans to open! We must do our own work to explore our own positionality, to acknowledge the areas of our privilege and areas of our oppression. If we are not willing to do this self-exploration and work, we will bring all of these unconscious beliefs and bias into our classrooms. ]]> 2021-08-06 17:47:59 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671251995 https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671307539 I think it is impossible to be color blind. You can look at your students on an equal playing field but understand that they come from different cultures and backgrounds.]]> 2021-08-06 19:19:46 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671307539 LucieSorel https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671308674 It in impossible to be color blind when it comes to race and ethnicity but you can try to see your students as equals. I try to acknowledge different cultures and backgrounds.]]> 2021-08-06 19:21:49 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671308674 LucieSorel https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671308923 This is about both. Race has caused poverty because of discrimination and racist policy.]]> 2021-08-06 19:22:21 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671308923 LucieSorel https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671309285 I agree with this statement. It is important as a teacher to be culturally conscious.]]> 2021-08-06 19:22:56 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671309285 LucieSorel https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671310005 I would still call on these students and try to create a supportive classroom environment for them to speak up. ]]> 2021-08-06 19:23:29 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671310005 LucieSorel https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671310429 This is true but it is important to try and support these students with or without parental supports.]]> 2021-08-06 19:24:04 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671310429 rasey2 https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671313568 I don't believe we can be colorblind. If we say that we are colored blind then we are basically shielding our eyes from that person and their culture, their story and their perspective. ]]> 2021-08-06 19:28:20 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671313568 rasey2 https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671316133 I think this can be about both. Discrimination has caused poverty. and the two can be intertwined. Though also it depends on the circumstances of the individual also. ]]> 2021-08-06 19:31:56 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671316133 rasey2 https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671319072 I think teachers should go more into depth into teaching about different cultures when teaching on a subject.]]> 2021-08-06 19:35:57 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671319072 rasey2 https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671321407 I would want to create a classroom where they feel their voice matters and encourage them to speak. ]]> 2021-08-06 19:39:36 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671321407 rasey2 https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671327819 While it can be true that the lack of parental support can hurt efforts to each students in some cases but it is not all. There are of course many students who don't have support from their parents but still do what they can to learn and do their homework. 
There are parents who are not able to go to parental school events because of obligations with work or personal. It's important to acknowledge that and support the students however we can :)]]> 2021-08-06 19:50:45 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671327819 rasey2 https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671329486 The teacher can help adapt the assignments and give the students the tools they need in order to understand the assignment but they shouldn't not give them a challenging assignment because of their struggles with english. It's important to give support and give them different tools to help them in the process. ]]> 2021-08-06 19:53:37 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671329486 rasey2 https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671330997 I believe it is important to acknowledge the student's growth and strengths but it is important that they are encouraged to do their best and help them do what they can. We can help give them the tools to achieve it. ]]> 2021-08-06 19:55:50 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671330997 rasey2 https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671332337 I think it's important that a student is challenged. It helps us learn not only more about the subject itself but about ourselves. It's important to set goals and challenges for our students and give them the tools!]]> 2021-08-06 19:58:04 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671332337 rasey2 https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671334536 I think we all as human beings have different learning styles. I think it's important as a teacher to acknowledge that each person learns differently and do what we can to accommodate that and give them the tools they need to thrive. ]]> 2021-08-06 20:01:53 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671334536 rasey2 https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671336664 It can help certain students.. but I can also see how it can undermine progress for higher achieving students. A student who is having difficulty in a subject can be benefited by being in a group where there is a student who is making huge progress in the class and can learn more from them... but I can see how that could be difficult for the "high achieving" student if they don't feel challenged themselves.]]> 2021-08-06 20:06:32 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671336664 rasey2 https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671337339 I think it's important that students learn the basics first, and then we can build once that is established. Like learning a language... it's important to understand the basic grammar first and then move later on to the more complex bits. ]]> 2021-08-06 20:07:51 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671337339 rasey2 https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671338776 I don't believe it takes away valuable time. It's important to find and use examples for the cultural, historical and everyday lived experiences of students... if anything it enriches the learning experience in general and create something they themselves can connect to and engage.]]> 2021-08-06 20:11:03 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671338776 rasey2 https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671339532 It can open a can of worms but it can also create good. It's important as teachers to learn and grow with each other.]]> 2021-08-06 20:12:20 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671339532 bemurray https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671347457 To me, I feel that effort is more important than grades. One students form of success may be different from another’s. I feel that it is important to acknowledge hard work and students may be more willing to challenge themselves in the future.
Bethany Murray]]> 2021-08-06 20:27:25 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671347457 bemurray https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671351992 As a future English teacher, I think it is very important to incorporate viewpoints that ALL your students can relate to. I feel that literature deals with experiences in the world but most English classes study the same old texts. By incorporating literature from different cultures/countries, I think that students will be able to learn from those experiences. I also think by being adaptable in the classroom, I can make most content relevant to our classroom curriculum. ]]> 2021-08-06 20:36:28 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671351992 gwmc2 https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671354465 None of us are colorblind when it comes to race. But I can try my best not to let it affect my teaching]]> 2021-08-06 20:41:47 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671354465 gwmc2 https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671356078 It could be about poverty but It could be more of a both/and scenario. It could be race, it could be poverty, it could be ADHD, it could be not having enough familial support, could be a major event that disrupted their education. But race is usually a factor as well.]]> 2021-08-06 20:45:03 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671356078 gwmc2 https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671357018 at least as much as they can. I'm going to be teaching spanish and sometimes I wonder how much I can adapt my teaching but I think that it's important to adapt as much as you can while still teaching your subject.]]> 2021-08-06 20:46:54 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671357018 gwmc2 https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671360769 I think that if I avoided calling on someone in class it would give off the idea that I thought they couldn't answer the question. I will try to talk to them and encourage them to speak up but I'd also try to incorporate other non-verbal methods to make them comfortable.]]> 2021-08-06 20:55:44 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671360769 gwmc2 https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671363621 yes, I can see where that would be frustrating as the teacher and in a way it is keeping them from doing well in the class, which reflects poorly on me. But on the other hand as a teacher I should know that not all home lives are the same and I can adjust my teaching/ offer help/and give extra support and encouragement. ]]> 2021-08-06 21:02:51 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671363621 om224 https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671363736 In theory, this should be the case. Race should not matter in people's academic performance, but poverty should. Differences in access to new technologies can contribute to inequitable education. For example, think of developed and undeveloped countries. Differences in Internet access lead to substantial academic differences among students.]]> 2021-08-06 21:03:09 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671363736 om224 https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671366343 The idea of inclusion is precisely to include everyone in a conversation or in a general way within society. If a teacher avoids calling on a student to express his/her ideas, then there is no inclusion in the classroom. We, as future educators, have the task of creating an environment where our students feel included and free to express their ideas.]]> 2021-08-06 21:09:38 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671366343 gwmc2 https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671366374 all of our students should be given high expectation. What I can do if they're struggling is offer the assignment in smaller pieces, offer some english scaffolding help, and offer feedback and time to make changes to fix any grammar mistakes.]]> 2021-08-06 21:09:42 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671366374 om224 https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671367987 I work with this kind of kiddos. They need support from other people like teachers or mentors. We should be role models for them. We can encourage them to do better every day.]]> 2021-08-06 21:12:55 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671367987 rventura10 https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671368271 It is impossible to be color blind in my opinion, especially when it comes to education. To understand students' needs we must be acknowledge their race and ethnicity; otherwise, we won't be able to connect with them. ]]> 2021-08-06 21:13:43 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671368271 gwmc2 https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671369000 I think that yes self esteem is important, and it's important to acknowledge the effort put in to the assignments, but I'm not sure that rewarding is the right way to go about it because then those that did well and worked hard are feeling like they aren't being rewarded or the recipient of the reward feels like its a pity reward. But I think that completion grades are also useful and important in a classroom.]]> 2021-08-06 21:15:43 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671369000 om224 https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671369740 We must provide enough resources to guarantee the student's academic success. There are tutors or staff who offer help to students with no language skills.]]> 2021-08-06 21:17:51 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671369740 gwmc2 https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671369942 I want to create assignments that are just above their level. this way I cam provide resources to help them reach it. I don't want to give any assignments that are way out of reach or anything, because that can be frustrating but having an assignment that challenges them can be really helpful.]]> 2021-08-06 21:18:21 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671369942 gwmc2 https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671370654 I'm not sure about it being linked to different races but I know people individually have different learning styles and I think that a good teacher would be able to accommodate those learning styles ]]> 2021-08-06 21:20:17 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671370654 gwmc2 https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671372839 I think that it would benefit all, maybe not in the same ways but still a benefit. For me growing up I was pretty high achieving, and the times I was placed in groups with students that didn't understand the material was an opportunity for me to explain the material differently. This helped me study and gave me a sense of accomplishment.]]> 2021-08-06 21:25:47 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671372839 gwmc2 https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671374966 the same way you wouldn't expect a child to go straight from crawling to running, we shouldn't expect that of our students. Also if the basics are tough it's hard to fully understand the more complex topics]]> 2021-08-06 21:31:11 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671374966 gwmc2 https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671376089 I don't think getting to know and connecting with your students could ever be a waste of time. Even if it takes away from "what's really important" connecting with your students benefits both of you in the long run. ]]> 2021-08-06 21:34:32 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671376089 gwmc2 https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671377189 It could be a can of worms but it could also be a really important conversation that could be beneficial. I think that it's important to have those conversations if it comes up naturally. Don't just start a random conversation with the only POC at your job about race because it could be a microaggression, but I think that shying away from those conversations could be detrimental to you.]]> 2021-08-06 21:37:45 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671377189 rventura10 https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671381487 Student achievement, in my opinion, has nothing to do with race, but poverty does. As most of us know, educational funding is divided unequally in the United States, and the children who are most affected are those from low-income families or immigrant parents. ]]> 2021-08-06 21:49:45 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671381487 rventura10 https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671386625 It would be difficult to adapt my teaching method to certain cultures, but I would try because I want each and every one of them to succeed.]]> 2021-08-06 22:04:22 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671386625 rventura10 https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671390862 Participation would be one of my top priorities, therefore it is critical to involve all students.]]> 2021-08-06 22:18:26 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671390862 rventura10 https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671398438 I would remind parents that their engagement is critical to their child's success. At the very least, remind them to complete their assignments. ]]> 2021-08-06 22:42:17 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671398438 vjasmin https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671405986 Race and socioeconomic position are deeply intertwined and you cannot address one without addressing the other. It's impossible to attribute achievement only to race or only to poverty, the two work together to systemically displace and oppress students. This is especially important to note when schools are funded by property tax, and people of color tend to reside in poorer neighborhoods. Inherently, they are not receiving the best resources.]]> 2021-08-06 23:06:49 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671405986 https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671406104 I disagree that this situation would undermine my ability to teach these students. A student’s personal background and home life certainly will impact how they come to school and the support they need, though. Students from homes where academic achievement is not a priority need support and encouragement from school staff to ensure they feel like they can be successful in our classrooms.
-Kimberly Moisan]]> 2021-08-06 23:07:10 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671406104 vjasmin https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671407356 It's unfair to assume a child's parents/guardians simply don't care and don't want to participate. Many are unable to due to work, language barriers, and an overall disconnect with schooling. Many immigrant parents did not receive an American education and have no idea how to support their children, especially when they don't understand the material, language, or approach. Parental support should not affect how a teacher teaches students. I've had countless teachers who never met or interacted with my parents, yet I was able to fully participate in their classes.]]> 2021-08-06 23:11:54 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671407356 skrug6 https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671428342 A class is created to be a certain level, intro to a language or math or history, etc. If a student is struggling, a teacher should encourage them to utilize tutors if available, perhaps set time aside outside of class when the teacher can give extra assistance. Encourage everyone to ask questions and to ask questions that will elicit student feedback. If students feel they cannot do something, help them with their weak areas. ]]> 2021-08-07 00:22:32 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671428342 skrug6 https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671429401 I think all humans are unique and might have unique learning styles, cutting it by ethnicity is not really appropriate though, each person, regardless of ethnicity have ways to study that feel comfortable. If their way is not working, that is when a teacher might suggest alternate ways to learn or perhaps ask professional folks from the same ethnicity that might work better. ]]> 2021-08-07 00:26:26 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671429401 skrug6 https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671429939 We all must crawl before we can walk, walk before we can run. 
That stated, we should not judge a person unable to learn due to their age, and if a person wants to sit in a class they are unprepared for, they might still pick up some things, though I would hope they could be an audit student. ]]> 2021-08-07 00:28:30 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1671429939 https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1672179125 This mindset assumes that a student's linguistic ability overlaps with their ability to do well academically. Students struggling with English should receive services and support to ensure they can succeed in their classes, and be given opportunity to show what they already know and can learn moving forward. -Kimberly Moisan]]> 2021-08-08 22:04:14 UTC https://padlet.com/mathgeek_karen/itp511_cbs_su21/wish/1672179125