Open Minds to Equality

Open Minds to Equality
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Publisher : Rethinking Schools
Total Pages : 412
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ISBN-10 : 9780942961324
ISBN-13 : 0942961323
Rating : 4/5 (323 Downloads)

Book Synopsis Open Minds to Equality by : Nancy Schniedewind

Download or read book Open Minds to Equality written by Nancy Schniedewind and published by Rethinking Schools. This book was released on 2006 with total page 412 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An educator's sourcebook of activities to help students understand and change inequalities based on race, gender, class, age, language, sexual orientation, physical/mental ability, and religion. The activities also promote respect for diversity and interpersonal equality among students, fostering a classroom that is participatory, cooperative, and democratic. Learning activities are sequencedto build awareness and understanding. First, students develop skills for building trust, communication, and collaboration. Second, they learn to recognize stereotypes and discrimination and explore their presence in people's lives and in institutions. Finally, students create changes, gaining self-confidence and experiencing collective responsibility. This book is an essential resource for teachers, leaders in professional development, and curriculum specialists.


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