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What Does It Take to Put Inclusive Curriculum Legislation Into Practice?

ED Surge

Similar mandates have required various states across the country to teach the histories of African Americans , Latino Americans , Native Americans and LGBTQ+ Americans — and some states have made revisions or updates to make existing legislation more robust and inclusive.

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TEACHER VOICE: Students deserve classroom experiences that reflect their history

The Hechinger Report

They want to see themselves and their cultures reflected in the books we read, and they don’t want token representation. As a Colorado secondary school history teacher and former English teacher, I believe, and research shows, that student achievement improves when learners are personally engaged.

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Principals Aren’t Encouraged to Be Vulnerable. That Needs to Change.

ED Surge

I told her about the exciting moments from my visit — learning about the school culture, seeing teachers in action, and meeting my incredible new students. There’s a body of research showing the importance of identity development and a positive self-concept for social and emotional growth. It’s not just about me.

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OPINION: Black-white disparities in education correlate with teachers’ implicit biases, but it will take more than education reform to solve the issue

The Hechinger Report

Researchers have long hypothesized that teachers’ unconscious attitudes and prejudices may limit learning and degrade the educational experiences of Black youth. Related: Teachers go to school on racial bias. For example, these biases may affect teachers’ demeanor and warmth toward Black students and their families.

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