Lunch-N-Learn: Culturally Relevant Toolbox Training Alumni Lunch & Discussion by Liz Cantu https://padlet.com/eli2195827/uuhtzt690820b2lj en-us 2023-04-05 20:51:44 UTC 2025-11-22 12:42:49 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.com/eli2195827/uuhtzt690820b2lj/wish/2552062106 Things are going fine. Since being exposed last Fall, I have found that I'm more sensitive to my students and my classroom. ]]> 2023-04-12 19:20:26 UTC https://padlet.com/eli2195827/uuhtzt690820b2lj/wish/2552062106 https://padlet.com/eli2195827/uuhtzt690820b2lj/wish/2552064460 An "Ah Ha" moment came when I was "practicing" some of these concepts (in this case, I had revamped my visual slides with more relevant pictures reflecting the composition of the class) and realized that I was connecting. I hadn't realized how much this could make a difference.]]> 2023-04-12 19:22:51 UTC https://padlet.com/eli2195827/uuhtzt690820b2lj/wish/2552064460 https://padlet.com/eli2195827/uuhtzt690820b2lj/wish/2552065108 I have been focusing less on what I'm teaching and more on how I'm teaching it. This includes more flexibility on due dates or allowing students to experiment with how they present their work. ]]> 2023-04-12 19:23:34 UTC https://padlet.com/eli2195827/uuhtzt690820b2lj/wish/2552065108 sha22608221 https://padlet.com/eli2195827/uuhtzt690820b2lj/wish/2552065457 Sharing my experiences as a college student and my challenges has been very helpful in my classroom.  We connect and I have a better sense of who my students are.  I also have shared my experiences as a STEM student who did a research experience while in school, this has prompted more curiosity with my students to apply for research experience  and internships ]]> 2023-04-12 19:23:59 UTC https://padlet.com/eli2195827/uuhtzt690820b2lj/wish/2552065457 https://padlet.com/eli2195827/uuhtzt690820b2lj/wish/2552065582 Student reactions have been positive. I can see clearly how making the content more relevant does just that, makes the content more relevant for them and thus, a connection.]]> 2023-04-12 19:24:07 UTC https://padlet.com/eli2195827/uuhtzt690820b2lj/wish/2552065582 https://padlet.com/eli2195827/uuhtzt690820b2lj/wish/2552066635 The easy stuff - making shifts with my visual material, my assignments, my examples. Understanding that I might have a 'story' for each kind of student that enters the room and putting that inclination aside deliberately. This makes room for me to really see the class.]]> 2023-04-12 19:25:20 UTC https://padlet.com/eli2195827/uuhtzt690820b2lj/wish/2552066635 https://padlet.com/eli2195827/uuhtzt690820b2lj/wish/2552066744 I am more aware of the learner's perspective. I want all my students to feel they belong.]]> 2023-04-12 19:25:27 UTC https://padlet.com/eli2195827/uuhtzt690820b2lj/wish/2552066744 sha22608221 https://padlet.com/eli2195827/uuhtzt690820b2lj/wish/2552066929 Very well, I feel like I’m much more sensitive and compassionate towards my students.  I am much more aware of who they are ]]> 2023-04-12 19:25:40 UTC https://padlet.com/eli2195827/uuhtzt690820b2lj/wish/2552066929 https://padlet.com/eli2195827/uuhtzt690820b2lj/wish/2552067118 No additional support. I think I've taken away what I feel I can use effectively.]]> 2023-04-12 19:25:54 UTC https://padlet.com/eli2195827/uuhtzt690820b2lj/wish/2552067118 https://padlet.com/eli2195827/uuhtzt690820b2lj/wish/2552067751 I've noticed that students are sometimes weary of it because it might not be what they're used to. For example, I have been encouraging them to use personal experience as evidence in academic essays. They don't think they should do that because they have been told that they shouldn't use the first person voice or that their personal experiences are not as valid as research. ]]> 2023-04-12 19:26:18 UTC https://padlet.com/eli2195827/uuhtzt690820b2lj/wish/2552067751 Things are going really well. I continue to provide an inclusive and safe classroom environment. I provide time for my students to share and reelect on their internships. During my last class the students encouraged another student to walk during graduation. https://padlet.com/eli2195827/uuhtzt690820b2lj/wish/2552068417 2023-04-12 19:27:07 UTC https://padlet.com/eli2195827/uuhtzt690820b2lj/wish/2552068417 https://padlet.com/eli2195827/uuhtzt690820b2lj/wish/2552068491 I have taken a good look at all the visuals and found that I needed to revamp them.

]]> 2023-04-12 19:27:13 UTC https://padlet.com/eli2195827/uuhtzt690820b2lj/wish/2552068491 sha22608221 https://padlet.com/eli2195827/uuhtzt690820b2lj/wish/2552069487 Student reactions have been positive!  Even sharing experiences like how my mom is a seamstress where I learned about measurements and fractions from her.  Students can relate to me because they sew or have a relative that does that.  The math seems more real and as a human experience ]]> 2023-04-12 19:28:16 UTC https://padlet.com/eli2195827/uuhtzt690820b2lj/wish/2552069487 https://padlet.com/eli2195827/uuhtzt690820b2lj/wish/2552072281 Dr. Cantu and Professor Davis Ragland have been so thorough with their instruction and transparency. I feel constantly supported and know I can reach out if I have any questions.]]> 2023-04-12 19:31:25 UTC https://padlet.com/eli2195827/uuhtzt690820b2lj/wish/2552072281 https://padlet.com/eli2195827/uuhtzt690820b2lj/wish/2552092071 Vulnerability is not weakness. Students need to be able to identify allies to be successful in higher education. Being genuine is a key to student success.]]> 2023-04-12 19:55:43 UTC https://padlet.com/eli2195827/uuhtzt690820b2lj/wish/2552092071