ECI 500 Theory & Practice in Teaching Diverse Populations
This course really opened my eyes to the importance of teaching students to embrace diversity at an early age. Through this course I was able to expand my knowledge on children's literature that can create rich classroom discussions about diversity.
Using online read-alouds, I can support literacy development as well as stimulate discussion on diversity. These read-alouds are great models for fluency and expression and comprehension skills.
Using online read-alouds, I can support literacy development as well as stimulate discussion on diversity. These read-alouds are great models for fluency and expression and comprehension skills.
- The Crayon Box that Talked- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nJqZA7kkyB4
- The Rainbow Fish- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r9mryuEKkKc
- Giraffes Can't Dance- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G745TRClOVo
- Take a Trip to Diverse City- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gM9bWKjXyVY
- The Sneetches- http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v3yJomUhs0g
- It's Ok To Be Different- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FtX6FqC1e54
I also researched the Harlem Children's Zone and create a power point to use during my presentation. Honestly, this was one of my first experiences creating a power point! I learned how to use the clip art, design space, timing, and transition features. In my classroom, I now create interactive power points to use for teaching word work.
Here is a link to my project: /uploads/1/6/1/1/16111912/harlem_childrens_zone.pptx
Here is a link to my project: /uploads/1/6/1/1/16111912/harlem_childrens_zone.pptx
Common Core Connection:
1.C.1.1 Compare the languages, traditions, and holidays of various cultures. 1.C.1.2 Use literature to help people understand diverse cultures.
1.H.1.3 Explain why national holidays are celebrated (Constitution Day, Independence Day, Martin Luther King, Jr., Memorial Day, Presidents' Day, etc.)
1.H.1.2 Explain the importance of folklore and celebrations and their impact on local communities.
1.C.1.1 Compare the languages, traditions, and holidays of various cultures. 1.C.1.2 Use literature to help people understand diverse cultures.
1.H.1.3 Explain why national holidays are celebrated (Constitution Day, Independence Day, Martin Luther King, Jr., Memorial Day, Presidents' Day, etc.)
1.H.1.2 Explain the importance of folklore and celebrations and their impact on local communities.