September 02 - Part 2 by Salima Kassam https://padlet.com/salimakassam/rvu4m29qewza21q1 Creating Conditions Upon Entry en-us 2020-09-01 20:00:48 UTC 2026-01-17 19:05:31 UTC hello@padlet.com Every Practices.... https://padlet.com/salimakassam/rvu4m29qewza21q1/wish/730996342 The way we set up a classroom/physical space; our interactions and the words/language that we use in those interactions; resources in the space and the relevancy of the content. ]]> 2020-09-09 13:41:45 UTC https://padlet.com/salimakassam/rvu4m29qewza21q1/wish/730996342 https://padlet.com/salimakassam/rvu4m29qewza21q1/wish/730999099 Culturally relevant material. Up to date Resources and materials. Less textbooks and more inquiry based learning and research]]> 2020-09-09 13:42:14 UTC https://padlet.com/salimakassam/rvu4m29qewza21q1/wish/730999099 Self-Awareness & Self-Learning https://padlet.com/salimakassam/rvu4m29qewza21q1/wish/730999513 The amount of learning we do on own about ourselves and the amount of time we make to learn about ways of being for other individuals, groups and communities.]]> 2020-09-09 13:42:18 UTC https://padlet.com/salimakassam/rvu4m29qewza21q1/wish/730999513 Our classroom practices have positive or native impact on our student's learning. Our personal beliefs impact how we engage our students and what what they take away. https://padlet.com/salimakassam/rvu4m29qewza21q1/wish/731005525 2020-09-09 13:43:24 UTC https://padlet.com/salimakassam/rvu4m29qewza21q1/wish/731005525 The way you set up your classroom (resources, groupings, walls, etc). https://padlet.com/salimakassam/rvu4m29qewza21q1/wish/731007245 Resources that are current and present different perspectives. Be aware of your own biases and practices.]]> 2020-09-09 13:43:44 UTC https://padlet.com/salimakassam/rvu4m29qewza21q1/wish/731007245 Material and lessons that are current, up to date and reflect the background and experiences of the students https://padlet.com/salimakassam/rvu4m29qewza21q1/wish/731010962 2020-09-09 13:44:25 UTC https://padlet.com/salimakassam/rvu4m29qewza21q1/wish/731010962 https://padlet.com/salimakassam/rvu4m29qewza21q1/wish/731012891 We need to think carefully about the importance of allowing student voice and autonomy in our classrooms, as well as constantly evaluating the resources that we use in our classrooms to ensure that our students see themselves reflected. 
For example, holding class circles or class votes,  giving students choice (choice boards) in assignments, inquiry questions, and using current events to promote discussion and awareness.

]]> 2020-09-09 13:44:47 UTC https://padlet.com/salimakassam/rvu4m29qewza21q1/wish/731012891 Multiple perspectives are very important to ensure things are seen as clear as possible. https://padlet.com/salimakassam/rvu4m29qewza21q1/wish/731014734 2020-09-09 13:45:08 UTC https://padlet.com/salimakassam/rvu4m29qewza21q1/wish/731014734 Knowledge, Learning and CURRICULUM that reflects the students we are teaching everyday! https://padlet.com/salimakassam/rvu4m29qewza21q1/wish/731018084 ~ Decolonizing Education
~ To re-connect disconnects
~ To Bridge Gaps 
Would learning about  study areas EVERYDAY (eg Black History, Indigenous Studies) be more effective & moral then learning about study areas for a designated piece of time which manifests a psychological impact of having a beginning and an end.
Would that make a difference?
Could that make a difference?]]> 2020-09-09 13:45:45 UTC https://padlet.com/salimakassam/rvu4m29qewza21q1/wish/731018084 https://padlet.com/salimakassam/rvu4m29qewza21q1/wish/731023087 Incorporate students cultural background/history/belief in your class lessons/curriculum e.g. student in rm 110 Jewish background would talk about her background/holidays/food and celebrations and share with the class. 

This should be an ongong conversation. Students should see their cultues being reflected in our conversations /discussions and resources.]]> 2020-09-09 13:46:39 UTC https://padlet.com/salimakassam/rvu4m29qewza21q1/wish/731023087 https://padlet.com/salimakassam/rvu4m29qewza21q1/wish/731025607 An educator needs to feel comfortable enough to have brave conversations in the classroom.  
-To acknowledge and discuss controversial issues in the classroom


]]> 2020-09-09 13:47:06 UTC https://padlet.com/salimakassam/rvu4m29qewza21q1/wish/731025607 Have students understand that they have the ability to be successful when they persevere. When the curriculum is taught through the lens of students experience. https://padlet.com/salimakassam/rvu4m29qewza21q1/wish/731034497 2020-09-09 13:48:13 UTC https://padlet.com/salimakassam/rvu4m29qewza21q1/wish/731034497 How do our everyday practices set up the conditions for student well-being? https://padlet.com/salimakassam/rvu4m29qewza21q1/wish/731050660 With warmth, kindness, empathy, understanding and high expectations :)

]]> 2020-09-09 13:50:40 UTC https://padlet.com/salimakassam/rvu4m29qewza21q1/wish/731050660 Take a stand. It’s okay to be uncomfortable https://padlet.com/salimakassam/rvu4m29qewza21q1/wish/731058945 2020-09-09 13:52:10 UTC https://padlet.com/salimakassam/rvu4m29qewza21q1/wish/731058945 Yes , setting is important - but the most important for me is to teach with love and compassion. Educating with love, understanding, being honest, and respectful even in an empty room, or outside , sitting on the grass will make the difference! radostina_borisova https://padlet.com/salimakassam/rvu4m29qewza21q1/wish/731062168 2020-09-09 13:52:44 UTC https://padlet.com/salimakassam/rvu4m29qewza21q1/wish/731062168 https://padlet.com/salimakassam/rvu4m29qewza21q1/wish/731174492 It is good to connecting with the students who has language barrier and also students  from a different  diversity, staff should able to know how to address their issues correctly and make them comfortable.]]> 2020-09-09 14:13:27 UTC https://padlet.com/salimakassam/rvu4m29qewza21q1/wish/731174492