A Culturally Proficient Response to LGBT Communities: A Guide for Educators

A Culturally Proficient Response to LGBT Communities: A Guide for Educators
ISBN-10
1483304299
ISBN-13
9781483304298
Category
Education
Pages
184
Language
English
Published
2013-06-12
Publisher
Corwin Press
Authors
Delores B. Lindsey, Randall B. Lindsey, Kikanza Nuri-Robins

Description

High impact strategies to improve student outcomes Positive systemic change begins when school leaders elevate understanding and propel schools toward safe and diverse-friendly environments. To combat anti-gay discrimination, educators often use silence, policy, legislation and compliance. This brave book maintains that building safe and welcoming schools begins not only with effective and appropriate policy but also with inside-out analysis of one’s own beliefs and values. Resulting cultural proficiencies boost empathy and improve learning environments. On this simple premise, readers will find: Inside-out growth through personal stories and case-studies Reflection through activities appropriate for individuals and teams Insight through current responses to bullying

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