Be on My SIDE: Educating for Social Justice, Inclusivity, Diversity and Equity, Part B - EDU-X741PB
Course Description
Continue Your Journey on Creating a Positive Classroom Environment for All Students
In Part B of Be on My SIDE: Educating for Social Justice, Inclusivity, Diversity and Equity, you will earn one extra unit by exploring and analyzing ethical scenarios in Case Studies on Diversity and Social Justice Education by Paul Gorski and Seema G. Pothini. You will apply concrete steps in resolving conflict, addressing bias and restoring justice to a personal experience in your educational setting. You will also create a sustainable action plan that incorporates resources, activities and strategies in educating for SIDE.
THIS COURSE IS OFFERED FOR ENROLLMENT THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2024 ONLY. ENROLL TODAY!
NOTE: This course is an optional follow-up to EDU-X741PA Be on My SIDE: Educating for Social Justice, Inclusivity, Diversity and Equity, Part A and can be taken for an additional unit. This course contains duplicate content from EDU-X741P Be on My SIDE: Educating for Social Justice, Inclusivity, Diversity and Equity and cannot be repeated if you have already taken EDU-X741P. This course paired with EDU-X741PA will cover all the content in EDU-X741P.
Learner Outcomes
- Enhance skills in developing a culture which promotes social justice, diversity and equity in education and includes all students
- Broaden knowledge of existing educational programs
- Learn to utilize established steps in a framework to resolve conflict, address bias and restore justice in ethical educational scenarios
- Develop and share a presentation of a sustainable actionable plan that incorporates resources, activities, and best practices for creating a culture of social justice, inclusion, diversity and equity in your educational environment
Course Details
Number of Units: 1.0 graduate level extension credit(s) in semester hours
Who Should Attend: This course provides continuing education to PK-12 teachers and administrators interested in examining and resolving scenarios related to social justice, inclusivity, diversity and equity; who want to infuse strategies and resources into their existing curriculum; and who want to create a sustainable action plan for navigating the challenges of meeting the diverse needs of students.
Course Materials: Text, Case Studies on Diversity and Social Justice Education by Paul Gorski and Seema Pothini available at Amazon.com or your local bookstore
Prerequisites
EDU-X741PA, Be on My SIDE: Educating for Social Justice, Inclusivity, Diversity and Equity, Part A
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