Some feel multiculturalism is central to a democratic education. Others feel it can be destructive if the focus is on our differences vs. coming together from diverse backgrounds to focus on our commonalities.
Should schools emphasize America's cultural diversity or the shared aspects of American culture?
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Many agree we should teach values in schools but disagree about which values and who makes that choice.
What type of values do you believe should be taught in schools?
100
"I can't wait to do lesson plans all weekend long!"
What is a statement you will NEVER hear from teachers on a Friday.
100
Computers, iPads, crack cocaine, staplers, safety goggles, and pollution of air and water
How did you use technology today?
100
Please share one positive thing you have learned in our Current Issues class so far. (This can be from any of the class meetings we've had.)
Thanks for sharing!
200
We just want a fair share/It’s not the school’s job to instill ethnic pride...Include every perspective/It’s a zero-sum game with curriculum (add one thing, something else must go)
Does your curriculum include multiple perspectives of diverse groups?
200
Teen pregnancy, stealing, cheating, violence, vandalism
Do you feel schools need to play a larger role in teaching values in schools?
200
Scared faces, blank stares, or hysterical laughter
What is the result of randomly using your "teacher voice" with your spouse or out in public with friends who are not teachers.
What are obstacles to technology in the classroom?
200
How did you decide on your topic for the article review this week?
Thanks for your participation!
300
Multiculturalism=lumping groups together
Are some missing the point and viewing a diverse group as one? (African American community, Asian American community, Native American community, etc.) plus Alicia's example
300
Traditional values focus on Christian beliefs and morals where liberation focuses on character traits and education.
What is a more effective model for your school?
300
30 pencils, 64 crayons, 20 pens, 12 rulers, 10 notebooks...
1 pencil found on the ground
What is the difference in the amount of supplies you have on the first day of school...and then one month later.
Teachers have been using technology for centuries. The technology has evolved.
300
What does character education look like in your building?
We appreciate your input!
400
Banned terms in textbooks…My position is…I’m a well educated person because…
Are you more comfortable with or can you identify with a certain position on p. 275-276 of the text?
400
The author argues that true liberation requires the students to gain the knowledge to question all
American institutions, including democracy in public education.
Does this system work?
400
Teaching
What is the only profession where you have to do more work to call in sick than if you just suffered through it?
400
Look at all the technology in my room. I must be a better teacher because of this technology.
Does technology make you a better teacher?
400
Do you feel technology in your building is helping or hindering your students' understanding of concepts?