Culturally Responsive Teaching Strategies For Global Learning w/ Darnell

Are you ready to challenge your teaching practices and create a culture of respect and understanding in your classroom? Join us as we explore the importance of culturally responsive teaching in international school communities with our guest, Darnell Fine. Darnell is a middle school deputy principal at Singapore American School and an experienced facilitator of adult learning, focusing on curriculum assessment and culturally responsive teaching. In the episode, we delve into the significance of having teachers representing different identity types, how representation impacts students' learning,  and critical self-reflection as a powerful tool for growth for educators.  Moreover, Darnell shares practical strategies for creating an inclusive and responsive learning environment and challenges the misconception that culturally responsive teaching approaches are exclusive to the United States. Tune in for more insights! Timestamps [03:30] Introducing the topic [04:17] About the guest Darnell Fine [06:51] Impact of having teachers representing all types of identities on student learning experiences [08:54] The power of Critical Self Reflection as  an educator [12:06] Practical strategies for fostering an inclusive and responsive learning environment [19:16] Hands-on activities and experiential learning to promote culturally responsive teaching [24:15] Misconceptions surrounding the necessity of Culturally Responsive Teaching in International Schools [29:00] Research work on Culturally Responsive Teaching   Quotes ●     “The more you teach, the more you realize you don’t know.” ●     “It is not enough to leverage our students' culture. We must also affirm their culture regardless of whether they meet academic standards.”   Let’s Connect Connect with Darnell Fine  on; ●     LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darnell-fine-b54a8062/ ●     Website: https://www.deijleader.com/ ●     Email: [email protected]   Connect with Dr. Dana Specker Watts on; ●     Twitter:  https://twitter.com/teachwatts   Connect with Mike Pierre on; ●     Twitter:  https://twitter.com/Ayitis_SigmaMan   More resources ●     Head over to iss.edu/events to see future PD's that ISS is offering for the SY 22-23. ●     Join the Diversity Collaborative platform-https://info.iss.edu/sign-up-diversity-collaborative ●     Head over to https://seniaacademy.org/link/0S40Ne to check out inclusion education practices for individuals with disabilities and ensure their potential is fully maximized. ●     Please visit inspirecitizens.org to register for the Global Citizenship ●     Are you looking forward to a successful career to teach anywhere in the world? Head over to https://moreland.edu/ for online innovative education programs.