Our speakers for Session #19 were Pat Clark and Eva Zygmunt-Fillwalk. They began by giving a brief history of how they became involved in the Teaching Diverse Students Initiative, which is an extension of the Teaching Tolerance Project. You can register for a free subscription to Teaching Tolerance or the eNews from this page.
Next, they gave an overview of the site, starting with the Tools section. The tools section is very deep and can lead learners to more and more specific information around many issues related to race and ethnicity. Specifically, Pat and Eva wanted us to know that there are some great resources at the PBS site, Race: The Power of an Illusion.
The Learning Resources section contains linked information organized alphabetically around the topics addressed on the site. It would definitely be worth instructors' time to look at the Learning Resources page to see if any of the information could be used in their courses.
There are two case studies available on the site described as case-based course modules that can be used in multiple ways and engage the learner in problem solving related to improving instruction of racially and ethnically diverse students. Please note that there is a brand-new case study available that instructors are now fighting over to claim for their courses!
There are three major discussions in which students can participate. You must become a member of the site to gain access to the materials and discussions, but registration is free.
Finally, Pat and Eva shared how they use the learning objects on the TDSi site in their courses to negotiate student reactions during phases they call "Pre-Encounter, Encounter, Post Encounter, and Taking Action."
Thank you to Pat and Eva for sharing this wonderful resource with us.
In lieu of an LTTO session for April, please attend one of the SMART Board Product Tours being offered by Jerry Case in TC 406 on April 12th at 2:00 or April 13th at 11:00.
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