Cultural Bias by Sydney Gregory https://padlet.com/sydneygregory1219/oto87w8n1gkddtm9 en-us 2020-04-11 00:19:27 UTC 2020-04-12 02:36:00 UTC hello@padlet.com Multiple Biases sydneygregory1219 https://padlet.com/sydneygregory1219/oto87w8n1gkddtm9/wish/502588029 Intended age: PreK

This article outlined several biases that could exist in a classroom (ex. age, race, disability, gender) and provided example scenarios of ways students may display bias, as well as alternate ways of presenting information to students to redirect their thinking.

Wolpert, E. (1997). Redefining the Norm: Early Childhood Anti-Bias Strategies. Retrieved from https://www.teachingforchange.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/ec_redefiningthenorm_english.pdf]]> 2020-04-11 00:23:06 UTC https://padlet.com/sydneygregory1219/oto87w8n1gkddtm9/wish/502588029 Racial Bias sydneygregory1219 https://padlet.com/sydneygregory1219/oto87w8n1gkddtm9/wish/502598268 Intended age: PreK - 3

This article provided a number of suggestions for teachers to ensure that they are not introducing or tolerating bias in their classroom. For example, the article suggested that African-American boys can often be treated as though their behaviors are a reflection of adults, rather than that of the age they actually are. Recognizing this outcome and how it would impact the classroom is one of the many explorations this article features.

Scholastic. (n.d.) Bias-Proof Your Classroom. Retrieved from https://www.scholastic.com/teachers/articles/teaching-content/bias-proof-your-classroom/]]> 2020-04-11 00:55:12 UTC https://padlet.com/sydneygregory1219/oto87w8n1gkddtm9/wish/502598268 Gender Bias sydneygregory1219 https://padlet.com/sydneygregory1219/oto87w8n1gkddtm9/wish/502603473 Intended age: Grades 1 - 3

This article provided a great example of gender bias by outlining a conversation in a classroom regarding the roles of princes and princesses. It provided examples of ways to address the norms surrounding these biases and ways to adapt them. For example, introducing the notion that both princes and princesses could be doing the saving or needed to be saved.

Lesley University. (n.d.). Teaching Young Children to Understand and Accept Differences. Retrieved from https://lesley.edu/article/teaching-young-children-to-understand-and-accept-differences]]> 2020-04-11 01:13:14 UTC https://padlet.com/sydneygregory1219/oto87w8n1gkddtm9/wish/502603473 Gender and LGBTQ Bias sydneygregory1219 https://padlet.com/sydneygregory1219/oto87w8n1gkddtm9/wish/502607829 Intended age: PreK - 3

This article provided a glimpse of possible biases in representing the LGBTQ community in classrooms. However, many of the suggestions that were highlighted (ex. using gender-neutral call-outs like colors or group names, building curriculum and policies that reflect other perspectives) may also blend into the gender bias category, or race category, for example.

We Are Teachers. (n.d.) Making Your School a Safe Space for LGBTQ Students. Retrieved from https://www.weareteachers.com/create-inclusive-environment-for-lgbt-students/

]]> 2020-04-11 01:27:15 UTC https://padlet.com/sydneygregory1219/oto87w8n1gkddtm9/wish/502607829 Anti-Bias sydneygregory1219 https://padlet.com/sydneygregory1219/oto87w8n1gkddtm9/wish/502622206 Intended age: PreK - 3

This article provided a great framework for a basis of addressing bias in the classroom, both personal bias as an educator and bias among students in the classroom. The article also suggested creating a balance of planned anti-bias activities and responding to teachable moments. For example, if a student asks a question or makes a comment regarding the color of someone's skin, it may be an appropriate time to engage in a teachable moment with the student and help re-frame their thinking.

Kuh, L., LeeKeenan, D., Given, H., Beneke, M. (2016).

Moving Beyond Anti-Bias Activities: Supporting the Development of Anti-Bias Practices. Retrieved from https://www.naeyc.org/resources/pubs/yc/mar2016/moving-beyond-anti-bias-activities

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This article discussed a number of ways to address racial bias in a preschool and kindergarten classroom. For example, the author detailed their own experience with racial bias in the classroom and their efforts to ensure students are appreciating their differences as well as identifying the similarities that make them a classroom family.

Hooven, J., Runkle, K., Strouse, L., Woods, M., Frankenberg, E. (2018).

Never too early to learn: Antibias education for young children.

Retrieved from https://kappanonline.org/hooven-never-early-learn-antibias-education-young-children/

]]> 2020-04-11 20:02:32 UTC https://padlet.com/sydneygregory1219/oto87w8n1gkddtm9/wish/503111867 Anti-Bias sydneygregory1219 https://padlet.com/sydneygregory1219/oto87w8n1gkddtm9/wish/503119468 Intended age: PreK - 3

This article features a chart that outlines the stages of basic child development in relation to what they are able to process compared with their age. The chart also gives suggestions for what educators can present students with at that time for optimal results and class discussions. This provides educators with a better understanding of what should be appropriate to discuss with students at a variety of ages.

LeeKeenan, D., Allen, B. (2017). It Can Be Done! Strategies for Embedding Anti-bias Education into Daily Programming. Retrieved from http://www.antibiasleadersece.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/ABE-LeeKeenan-Allen.pdf]]> 2020-04-11 20:17:58 UTC https://padlet.com/sydneygregory1219/oto87w8n1gkddtm9/wish/503119468 Socioeconomic Bias sydneygregory1219 https://padlet.com/sydneygregory1219/oto87w8n1gkddtm9/wish/503148865 Intended age: PreK- 3

This article highlights a number of stereotypes associated with students living in poverty and provides educators with solutions for appropriate ways to combat those differences in the classroom. For example, the article outlined that one of the predominant outcomes of poverty is children who are struggling with health and nutrition. The author then suggested doing yoga in the classroom to promote the flow of oxygen and ensuring students have physical activity that will release glucose to help them remain healthy.

Jensen, E. (2013).

How Poverty Affects Classroom Engagement.

Retrieved from http://www.ascd.org/publications/educational-leadership/may13/vol70/num08/How-Poverty-Affects-Classroom-Engagement.aspx

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This article provides a brief overview of the history of special education and then provides examples of bias and prejudice in the classroom. For example, the article discusses that teachers can unintentionally perpetuate stereotypes in the classroom by over-accommodating students with special needs, therefore placing them in a different "class" to their peers.

Harbrock, S. (2019).

Prejudice Against Special Needs Students In School Systems.

Retrieved from https://medium.com/@sohabro19/prejudice-against-special-needs-students-in-school-systems-c13ba992c4e5

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This article provides great insight into an entire realm of subtopics under the disability umbrella. However, this article was chosen specifically because it dictates a few strategies that teachers can implement in the classroom; one of which includes providing opportunities for peer-to-peer interaction. The author suggests that this is one of the primary ways those boundaries are broken as students are breaking them down themselves.

Milsom, A. (n.d.).

Creating Positive School Experiences for Students with Disabilities.

Retrieved from https://www.readingrockets.org/article/creating-positive-school-experiences-students-disabilities

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