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Our Classroom

Roberto Germán | Multicultural Classroom

Welcome to Our Classroom! In this space we talk about education, which is inclusive of, but not limited to what happens in schools. Education is taking place whenever and wherever we are willing to learn. In Our Classroom, we explore educational journeys, discuss instructional strategies, unpack books, speak with authors, and we think about how all of this is connected to education. Subscribe, rate the show and write a review! For resources to help you understand the intersection of race,

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Episode 46 | Taco Literacy w/ Steven Alvarez

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2023/02/01

In this episode of Our Classroom, author and professorSteven Alvarezjoins to discuss Taco Literacy. Classroom Notes: Breakdown of Taco Literacy Relationship between politics, immigration policies, and the rise of taco culture Looking for what’s there rather looking for what’s “authentic” Steven Alvarezis an Associate Professor of English at St. John’s University.He specializes in literacy studies and bilingual education with a focus on Mexican immigrant communities. Dr.Alvarezteaches

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Episode 45 | Avoiding Equity Traps & Troupes w/ Dr....

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2023/01/25

In this episode of Our Classroom,Dr. Jamila Dugan, Co-Author ofStreet Data: A Next-Generation Model for Equity, Pedagogy, and School Transformation, gives us a deep dive into chapter two of her book - No Shortcuts: Avoiding Equity Traps and Troupes. Classroom Notes: Defining equity traps and troupes Commonly observed equity traps and troupes Advice to help avoid falling into equity traps and troupes Dr. Jamila Dugan (she/her/hers) is an author, leadership coach and researcher. Jamila has

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Episode 44 | Got Data? w/ Shane Safir

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2023/01/18

In this episode of Our Classroom, author and professor Shane Safirjoins to discuss Street Data: A Next-Generation Model for Equity, Pedagogy, and School Transformation. Classroom Notes: Utilizing to create systems of education that edifies students of color A counter approach to the current system of education Consequences with our fixation on standardized testing Shane Safir has worked at every level of the education system, from the classroom to the boardroom, for 25 years. Since 2008,

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Episode 43 | Justice Through Culturally Relevant...

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2023/01/11

In this episode of Our Classroom, Dr. Kimberly N. Parker, author of Literacy Is Liberation: Working Toward Justice Through Culturally Relevant Teaching, discusses one of the CRTs that are driving some folks crazy. Classroom notes: Her best-selling book Literacy is Liberation: Working Toward Justice Through Culturally Relevant Teaching The focus on Culturally Relevant Teaching and how it has guided her work An overview of Culturally Relevant Intentional Literacy Communities (CRILCs) CRILCs

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Episode 42 | Modeling Humility & Vulnerability w/...

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2023/01/04

In this episode of Our Classroom, Sheldon L. Eakins, Ph.D, author of Leading Equity: Becoming an Advocate for All Students, joins to discuss Modeling Vulnerability & Humility. Classroom notes: Mistakes made What our fathers mean to us Importance of modeling vulnerability and humility Check out this powerful conversation in which two Black men get vulnerable. It’s not something you see everyday in our society. Welcome to Our Classroom! Follow: IG/Twitter - @sheldoneakins For more

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Episode 41 | A Vulnerable Moment

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2022/12/28

In this episode of Our Classroom, Roberto wraps up 2022 by engaging in a vulnerable moment and apologizing to any students that he may have caused harm to, even if he did so unknowingly.

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Episode 40 | Border Stories w/ David Bowles

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2022/12/14

In this episode of Our Classroom, author and professorDavid Bowles joins to discuss Border Stories. Classroom Notes: Immigration and life on the border as focal points for his writing The way he shows up in his writing Balancing writing for children while also infusing profound topics David Bowlesis an associate professor and coordinator of the English education program atthe University of Texas Río Grande Valley. He is the award-winning Chicano author and translator of some thirty books,

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Episode 39 | Developing Antiracist, Pro-Human...

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2022/11/30

In this episode of Our Classroom, author Afrika Afeni Mills, shares insight about her book Open Windows, Open Minds: Developing Antiracist, Pro-Human Students. Classroom Notes: The story of her name 3 actions steps administrators and teachers can take right now to transform their instructional practices 3 things White antibias, antiracist practitioners wish they would have known when they were K-12 students Afrika Afeni Mills is an Education Consultant, Adjunct Instructor, and the author

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Episode 38 | Building a Pipeline of Black Teachers

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2022/11/16

In this episode of Our Classroom, Roberto shares an excerpt from the article To Build a Pipeline of Black Teachers, This Program Starts Recruiting in High School by Emily Tate Sullivan. The article examines the Genius, Joy and Love initiative led by Dr. Valerie Kinloch, dean of the University of Pittsburgh School of Education. Don't be late to class!Subscribe to Our Classroomtoday. Resources -Books & Curriculum/Blog/Merch

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Episode 37 | Creating Culturally Inclusive Literacy...

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2022/11/02

In this episode of Our Classroom, Roberto is joined by Kamania Wynter-Hoyte, Eliza Braden, Michele Myers, and Natasha Thorton, the authors of the book Revolutionary Love, to discuss Creating Culturally Inclusive Literacy Classrooms. Revolutionary Love offers practices that affirm and celebrate students' identities, languages, and cultures to build a vibrant community of engaged, valued, and thoughtful learners. Classroom Notes What revolutionary love is and what it look like in action The

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Episode 36 | Where Faith & Schools Can Meet w/ Zakiya...

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2022/10/19

In this episode of Our Classroom, Zakiya Jackson, President of The Expectations Project shares her insight and experience regarding where the church and public schools can meet. Key Moments: The role of the church in the current educational landscape Bridging the gap between the faith community and schools What has surprised Zakiya in this line of work Follow Zakiya - @expectationsproject Welcome to Our Classroom!

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Episode 35 | 4 Tips for School Leaders Starting DEI Work

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2022/10/05

Welcome to Season 2 of Our Classroom! In this episode, Roberto breaks down an article that he and Lorena originally published through Edutopia. The article examines the idea that school leaders should take an active role and set attainable goals to ensure that diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives are successful. #education #schools #schoolleaders #DEI #diversity #equity #inclusion #OurClassroom #MulticulturalClassroom Don't be late to class! Subscribe to Our Classroom

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Episode 34 | Students, Schools, People and Prisons w/...

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2022/09/21

Welcome to Our Classroom! In this episode, Stacy Seward, Executive Director of The Dream Network in Lawrence Massachusetts, joins to discuss the school-to-prison pipeline and prison to community re-entry, including a healing-centered transformative model along with financial literacy and economic power. Focal points: Origins of The Dream Network Wish teachers would have known or cared to know School-to-prison pipeline The impact of financial literacy and economic power StacySewardholds a

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Episode 33 | Reflections of a First Year School...

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2022/09/07

This week's guest was Terra Lynch, Director of Middle School at Headwaters School in Austin, Texas. We discussed the following: Director of Middle School role Triumphs & trials in the first year Expectations for year 2 ABAR efforts Welcome to Our Classroom! Terra Lynch spent a decade teaching Humanities at University Neighborhood High School in New York City, and a decade as a consultant for the New York University Metropolitan Center for Research on Equity and the Transformation of

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Episode 32 | Shifting POC Stories by Writing Fiction...

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2022/08/24

Aiko Bethea stopped by Our Classroom to discuss her upcoming publication, the Magnolia Murder Series. We touched upon the following:◦ Characters in the series◦ Shifting POC stories from being steeped in suffering◦ What it looks like when systemically marginalized communities define success on their own terms◦ Favorite authors Thefounder of RARE Coaching & Consulting, Aiko Bethea is an award-winning and highly sought after equity consultant, executive coach, and speaker. Aiko’s newest

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Episode 31 | Reading for Self w/ Dr. Sonja...

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2022/08/17

In this episode of Our Classroom, Dr. Sonja Cherry-Paul invites Lorena Germán to join her in one of the RedClayEd Community Conversations. As we transition from summer fun and flexibility, Sonja challenges the audience to consider the following themes: Nourishment Rejuvenation Preparation Anticipation Reflection Questions How are we feeding ourselves physically, spiritually, emotionally? How are we restoring ourselves with new ideas and ways of moving through the world? How are we

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Episode 30 | Hyphenated w/ Ummi Modeste

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2022/08/03

In the third and final part of ourpoetry series with authorUmmi Modeste, she shares and analyzes the poem Hyphenated from her bookBecause I Knew.This is one of her favorite poems as it speaks to the struggle of tracing her roots. R. Ummi Modeste is a native of Brooklyn, NY where she attended and graduated from the New York City Public School System. She retired from that same school system in 2021, after nearly 30 years of service as a teacher and college and career advisor at

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Episode 29 | Dreaming A Decolonized World w/ Ummi...

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2022/07/27

Part Two of ourpoetry series with authorUmmi Modesteexplores immigration from a number of different angles.In this episode, Ummi reads the poemDreaming A Decolonized Worldfrom her bookBecause I Knew.This is a passionate conversation that we invite you to join. Click the image above tolistento the episode now! R. Ummi Modeste is a native of Brooklyn, NY where she attended and graduated from the New York City Public School System. She retired from that same school system in 2021, after nearly

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Episode 28 | Quién Soy Yo (Who Am I) w/ Ummi Modeste

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2022/07/20

If you dig poetry then you are in for a treat! This is part one of a 3-part poetry series w/ author Ummi Modeste. In this episode, Ummi reads the poem Quien Soy Yo from her book Because I Knew. We then had the opportunity to analyze the poem and discuss ways to apply it in the classroom. R. Ummi Modeste is a native of Brooklyn, NY where she attended and graduated from the New York City Public School System. She retired from that same school system in 2021, after nearly 30 years of service

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Episode 27 | Mathin' It Up Pt. 3 w/ Kwame Sarfo- Mensah

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2022/07/06

Welcome to Our Classroom! In this brief episode, Math Educator and Consultant Kwame Sarfo-Mensah wraps up our conversation about math including talking about supporting bilingual learners. Kwame Sarfo-Mensah is a 15-year veteran urban educator and the founder & CEO of Identity Talk Consulting, LLC., an independent educational consulting firm that provides professional development and consulting services to K-12 school districts, educators, colleges & universities and educational

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