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Triple Entry Journal
Triple Entry Journal
This was an eye-opening statement for me as I When possible again, I need to continue to travel
realized that often when we discuss “culture” it is the world so that I can have a firsthand experience
Culturally responsive pedagogy is not about all about a celebration of sorts around food, of more cultures. Teaching abroad would help as
“cultural celebrations,” nor is it aligned with clothing, music etc. well.
traditional ideas around multiculturalism. It
involves careful acknowledgement, respect and an That is only one small facet of the “cultural” I need to investigate my community and find
understanding of difference and its complexities. component in a classroom. One must also consider people who were raised abroad and have them
learning styles, cooperative vs individual work, come and share their knowledge and experiences
behavioral expectations, gender roles. with my students.
REFERENCES:
Capacity Building Series. (2013). Culturally Responsive Pedagogy. Ontario: Student Achievement Divisions.
http://www.edu.gov.on.ca/eng/literacynumeracy/inspire/research/CBS_ResponsivePedagogy.pdf
Rychly, L. Graves, E. (2012). Multicultural Perspectives. Teacher Characteristics for Culturally Responsive Pedagogy, 14(1), 44-49.
https://onq.queensu.ca/content/enforced/536583-CONT939001S21/Readings/Teacher%20Characteristics%20for%Culturally%20Responsive%20Pedagogy.
%20Multicultural% 20Perspectives.pdf