Introduction to Cultural Identity, Diversity, and Equity

7 hour course. Participants will be able to:

-Describe ways to identify & respond to racism, discrimination & stereotypes in the classroom

-List strategies for supporting cultural responsiveness & anti-biased instruction

-Describe ways to foster & support a safe, positive & culturally inclusive environment

-Explain ways students' family, language, cultural assets, & economic background impact behavior & learning

-Describe strategies to support cultural inclusion & responsiveness when assisting in instruction

-Demonstrate respectful behavior when working with diverse students.

-Identify the basic regulations & policies that apply to civil rights of students

-Describe ways to respond to racism, discrimination, & stereotypes in the classroom

-Define discrimination & recognize unlawful practices