Unity in Diversity: A Toolkit for Bridging Gaps by Robert Howard

Incorporating Dance into Physical Education Class

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Students can learn fun new dance moves from around the world and exercise while doing it.

Virtual Art Tours from Around the World

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Students can experience the Louvre from a computer and discuss different pieces with each other

Read "All American Boys""

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The class will read the book and have a discussion after each chapter. They will discuss social and political issues.

New Year's Around the World

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Student's will research how different cultures celebrate the holiday of New Year's.

Create an Open Learning Environment

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Students will feel comfortable discussing anything because of the tone set from the beginning. We treat everyone with respect and humility without judgement.

Women's History Month

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Students can do a report on a multicultural woman for Women's History Month. This is current and relevant, showcasing the amazing women from history.

Continuing Professional Development

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I will continue looking for opportunities to educate myself on diversity to help my students to the best of my ability.

Formative Assessment

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Using this strategy can gauge student understanding and help the teacher know the next step in the lesson.

Culture Corner

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Every week a new student can decorate this area of the classroom with their culture or one they researched. They can have a mini presentation centered on food, music, art, or whatever they would like.

Multicultural Night

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This event is where students can share their cultural traditions, foods, music, and even clothing. This celebration can promote mutual understanding and respect. It can turn into a family and community event by inviting everyone in the school community.

Diversifying Learning Materials

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We will use the library as a resource because it fosters multicultural sections and decorations. We can use the computers to find supplemental materials in creating the best environment possible.

Create Classroom Rules

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From day one the teacher can address the expectations of the classroom. They can discuss stereotyping, biases, and ways to make everyone feel safe. Students will include their input as well. A poster will be created with the rules, promoting kindness and empathy.

Collaborative Learning

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Teachers can encourage teamwork between students of different backgrounds. Cooperative learning helps students develop better communication, empathy, and respect.

Host Parent Meetings

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Hosting meetings with parents early in the year can give reassurance that the classroom environment provided is proper for everyone including diverse students. The teacher can also get a better gauge of their students by talking to their parents.

Get local Businesses Involved

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Asking local businesses for donations is a good way to spread a helping community. Businesses are happy to support the people that support them.

Celebrate Holidays

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celebrate all of the global holidays, sharing lessons and traditions of why they are celebrated. Parents and guests speakers can come in and teach the students about their particular holidays and customs.

What is Diversity?

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