Building Confidence via CRP by Cortez Downey https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9 What are some ways we as culturally-relevant practitioners can promote student confidence and self-esteem? en-us 2017-07-17 12:04:58 UTC 2017-07-18 15:46:42 UTC hello@padlet.com Learning student names https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178851703 Being sure to correctly learn and pronounce students' names, especially names we you not be familiar with. Even if students may brush it off and say "you can just call me____". Instead, being careful to learn and correctly say the student's name.]]> 2017-07-17 12:08:26 UTC https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178851703 https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178855510 Some ways we can promote student confidence is by framing them as co-teachers and leveraging their knowledge to help the class. ]]> 2017-07-17 13:07:38 UTC https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178855510 Active listening https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178855514 Really listening and asking questions about what students want to tell us. Beyond saying "Oh that's so cool". Really trying to learn more about what they are saying especially if you're unfamiliar with the topic]]> 2017-07-17 13:07:39 UTC https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178855514 https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178855543 giving students opportunities to share their cultures]]> 2017-07-17 13:08:03 UTC https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178855543 https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178855544 Use culturally relevant examples in classes, such as popular culture references or things that students know about. Additionally ensuring that the texts examined in class have characters/people who look and sound like your students. ]]> 2017-07-17 13:08:03 UTC https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178855544 https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178855565 Turning mean comments into nice ones by having student who said the mean comment say 1-2 nice things to that person. 

]]> 2017-07-17 13:08:20 UTC https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178855565 Listening https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178855566 Keeping your ears open to students who just want to vent, or even have a small comment that relates to them. The little things can go a long way.]]> 2017-07-17 13:08:22 UTC https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178855566 By scaffolding https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178855581 new information onto students' prior knowledge in a way that is relevant to their lived experiences. 

]]> 2017-07-17 13:08:31 UTC https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178855581 https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178855633 Positioning students as competent sensemakers. I know that's not under the CRP umbrella but definitely connected I think, as well as UDL.]]> 2017-07-17 13:09:05 UTC https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178855633 https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178855637 We can promote student confidence and self-esteem by  providing scaffolding or background information for a lesson so that our students feel confident moving into new material.

]]> 2017-07-17 13:09:06 UTC https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178855637 Respective Team Environment https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178855669 - during class discussions make sure students are recognized for their ideas, all of their ideas... and when someone has the same idea have them say "I agree with ____"
- ground them in what they can do with the knowledge they are given. ex - one of my students wants to be a baker so I connect ratios to cooking
- do NOT tolerate bullying or side conversations that are not respectful of each other]]> 2017-07-17 13:09:22 UTC https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178855669 By creating space for their stories https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178855687 along with the histories of their communities and inspirational figures who look like them within the classroom. 

]]> 2017-07-17 13:09:28 UTC https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178855687 https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178855689 We can make sure that we build relationships that allow children to bring their whole selves into our classrooms, and not feel like they have to leave parts of themselves at home. ]]> 2017-07-17 13:09:29 UTC https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178855689 https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178855732 Creating a safe classroom environment in which students feel comfortable being brave and taking big risks. Developing rapport which each student while simultaneously positioning students towards one another as teammates and sense makers. Encouraging students to bring in realia. 
 ]]> 2017-07-17 13:10:10 UTC https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178855732 https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178855741 Have posters around the classroom and read one per week and ask what that quote means to them

]]> 2017-07-17 13:10:16 UTC https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178855741 A strong sharing space https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178855766 a place for students to be honest and share stories that are important to them. Followed by positive and supportive feedback that intellectualizes the whole class. 

]]> 2017-07-17 13:10:26 UTC https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178855766 https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178855794 having a space that feels safe and where the kiddos can feel like they can share thei ideas/stories without being judged]]> 2017-07-17 13:10:47 UTC https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178855794 https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178855806 Defending students and promoting their culture as something we value in the classroom versus them feeling it's something to be ashamed of]]> 2017-07-17 13:10:58 UTC https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178855806 Kevin https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178855814 Be authentic and encourage them to do the same. ]]> 2017-07-17 13:11:06 UTC https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178855814 By assuring them that their unique experiences are the norm for them - not judging, but understanding that we all have our own paths that may intersect and separate from time to time.....Tracie https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178873691 2017-07-17 15:46:04 UTC https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178873691 We can incorporate our students' lived experiences in order to validate them. knoblock9 https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178873731 2017-07-17 15:46:32 UTC https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178873731 Joy https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178873739 •asking them to be assistants
•encourage them to use their voices in class, whether it be writing or speaking ]]> 2017-07-17 15:46:39 UTC https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178873739 https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178873808 Being able to relate to the scholar using CRP gives them the knowledge that the classroom is a safe place & that you can be yourself. (Come as you are) & know that they will be accepted in any form that they come as. 
 ]]> 2017-07-17 15:47:27 UTC https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178873808 https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178873890 encouraging and celebrating when students bring parts of their culture into the classroom.

Reading books that represent many different identities ]]> 2017-07-17 15:48:14 UTC https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178873890 https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178873891 By showing them people with similar stories and lives to their own being successful. Showing them that a diversity of cultures can thrive together ]]> 2017-07-17 15:48:15 UTC https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178873891 https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178873916 As culturally-relevant practitioners, we can promote student confidence and self-esteem by allowing the students to have positions of leadership and an active voice in their education.

]]> 2017-07-17 15:48:31 UTC https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178873916 ask questions https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178873929 2017-07-17 15:48:42 UTC https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178873929 https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178873930 Building a safe community that encourages students to take risks and become leaders promotes self confidence. A culturally relevant practitioner inspires students to see multiple perspectives]]> 2017-07-17 15:48:43 UTC https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178873930 https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178873932 Postioning them as student leaders/assistants ]]> 2017-07-17 15:48:46 UTC https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178873932 Surveys https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178873959 Formal and informal, asking students for their input and incorporating the ideas that they give to make the students more invested and to realize that their opinions matter in the classroom.

]]> 2017-07-17 15:49:09 UTC https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178873959 Telling students you want to hear their voice and their ideas https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178874360 2017-07-17 15:52:17 UTC https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178874360 Start talking about college/ post-secondary pathways and get your kids excited and feel empowered about this becoming a reality! Incorporate their career aspirations into this and also into math problems/daily work. It's never too early to start this! https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178955966 2017-07-18 13:05:00 UTC https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178955966 https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178956022 Make sure they feel included in the classroom: incorporating their ideas into the lesson, celebrations, etc. 

]]> 2017-07-18 13:05:34 UTC https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178956022 Always ask WHY https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178956029 2017-07-18 13:05:38 UTC https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178956029 Letting them create things that are then put on display in the classroom -- let the space reflect them and their identities https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178956062 2017-07-18 13:06:01 UTC https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178956062 Celebrate their success and effort and have them practice doing it for themselves and for their peers https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178956063 2017-07-18 13:06:01 UTC https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178956063 https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178956130 Empowering students in the classroom by asking for their input and going back to it during class. I also found giving students class jobs or position of leadership it builds their confidence in the classroom. ]]> 2017-07-18 13:06:39 UTC https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178956130 Building Confidence via CRP https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178956131 Positioning students as leaders in the classroom. I have had students co-teach the class with me, which really builds their confidence in themselves as competent sense makers. ]]> 2017-07-18 13:06:39 UTC https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178956131 We can promote student confidence by being our true authentic self and encourage all students to be proud of who they are. https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178956170 2017-07-18 13:07:04 UTC https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178956170 Creating a safe environment for students to take chances and be themselves https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178956321 2017-07-18 13:09:12 UTC https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178956321 https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178956324 Accept and encourage the development of their intersectional identities.]]> 2017-07-18 13:09:18 UTC https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178956324 Letting students have opinions and accountability for their choices. https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178956356 2017-07-18 13:09:45 UTC https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178956356 Building Student Confidence and Self-Esteem https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178956367 We, as teachers, should act as facilitators, including the facilitation of student-centered development and expression of identity.  The idea of student-centered classroom, should reflect the full diversity of our student body.  

]]> 2017-07-18 13:09:54 UTC https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178956367 https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178956423 acknowledging the work they do in class and giving them recognition for participating and for their thinking]]> 2017-07-18 13:10:27 UTC https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178956423 Expect them to work hard without making their self-worth about their grades https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178956430 2017-07-18 13:10:34 UTC https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178956430 https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178956475 Allowing the children to take ownership of their work and asking them questions about their views.]]> 2017-07-18 13:11:02 UTC https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178956475 Positive phone calls home!! https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178956477 2017-07-18 13:11:03 UTC https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178956477 Culture building activities in class and with peers!! https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178956509 2017-07-18 13:11:40 UTC https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178956509 https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178956581 Assume that they CAN, not that they SHOULD, know things

]]> 2017-07-18 13:12:05 UTC https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178956581 Community circle that involves every student speaking up and recognizing their identities and building a space where everyone feels comfortable to share feelings and ideas https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178967538 2017-07-18 15:36:14 UTC https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178967538 Some ways to promote student confidence by allowing them to agree or disagree with their peers and acknowledging that everyone's opinion is true to themselves and it might not be the same but everyone's voice still matters. https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178967716 2017-07-18 15:38:59 UTC https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178967716 https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178967719 instill the belief in students that they can accomplish anything if they refuse to give up

]]> 2017-07-18 15:39:00 UTC https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178967719 https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178967727 One really effective strategy to promote CRP that I have found is engaging my students in language that better suits them, whether it is a language other than English or changing my choice of words and how I phrase my questions. These give students the types of tools they need to fully understand the question and how to answer it. ]]> 2017-07-18 15:39:06 UTC https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178967727 https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178967728 Allow every student voice to be heard and uplifted. Create a class culture that is built on a foundation of "open hearts and open minds"]]> 2017-07-18 15:39:06 UTC https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178967728 https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178967761 Apply the notion of joy to all you do and say]]> 2017-07-18 15:39:32 UTC https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178967761 Breaking for imaginative play time when students need short breaks! https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178967772 2017-07-18 15:39:46 UTC https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178967772 https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178967774 2017-07-18 15:39:47 UTC https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178967774 https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178967777 Consciously recognizing positive behaviors and acknowledging them, rather than only acknowledging only negative behaviors.

Guide students to the correct answer, rather than just telling them they're wrong and telling them the answer.]]> 2017-07-18 15:39:48 UTC https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178967777 https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178967797 Allow students to take ownership of and embracement in themselves]]> 2017-07-18 15:40:02 UTC https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178967797 https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178967807 Let them drive the classroom conversations.]]> 2017-07-18 15:40:17 UTC https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178967807 https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178967882 Letting students feel that they are a part of process and created their learning environment. Your students seeing themselves on the path to success. Hearing teachers make clear how much their voices are valued.

]]> 2017-07-18 15:41:19 UTC https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178967882 Giving students a voice in the classroom - feedback on what they want to learn, how they learn best, etc! https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178967925 2017-07-18 15:42:02 UTC https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178967925 https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178967944 Making the classroom a place where their voice can be heard.

]]> 2017-07-18 15:42:16 UTC https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178967944 https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178967964 Simply being yourself in the classroom and accepting every answer as valid in some shape or form even if it doesn't pertain to the lesson. Making sure they know their voice is valid and appreciated. Also, making yourclassroom a family.]]> 2017-07-18 15:42:38 UTC https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178967964 https://padlet.com/cortezd/vdvbif39que9/wish/178968250 Make sure their identities are reflected in the classroom.

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