#ISEDchat Archive
Independent School EdChat.
Thursday November 2, 2017
9:00 PM EDT
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Nov 2 @ 9:00 PM EDT
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Learn21Tech
Nov 2 @ 9:01 PM EDT
Welcome
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- tonight we'll discuss equity and social justice in teaching and learning! Please introduce yourself!
gephillip
Nov 2 @ 9:02 PM EDT
Hello, George from South Bend, IN.
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lcarroll94
- Moderator
Nov 2 @ 9:03 PM EDT
Hi Lisa! Great graphic. Lorri here from CT. Director of Lower school at Hamden Hall.
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Learn21Tech
Nov 2 @ 9:03 PM EDT
Hey George! How is your week going?
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gephillip
Nov 2 @ 9:04 PM EDT
Hello Lisa! Just got home from round one of PT conf. So far so good. You?
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In reply to @Learn21Tech
Learn21Tech
Nov 2 @ 9:04 PM EDT
I'll be your
#isedchat
moderator tonight - I'm HoS
@HFAPgh
in Pittsburgh and
#EquityFellow
Learn21Tech
Nov 2 @ 9:04 PM EDT
Thanks from my pal
@drlovelace
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nathan_stevens
Nov 2 @ 9:05 PM EDT
ISED is back? Awesome
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Learn21Tech
Nov 2 @ 9:05 PM EDT
Good - just got home from our FabLab ribbon cutting!
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In reply to @gephillip
Learn21Tech
Nov 2 @ 9:06 PM EDT
Looking at the graphic I posted - describe what
#equity
means to you?
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gephillip
Nov 2 @ 9:07 PM EDT
Equity means all participants have the same access.
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lcarroll94
- Moderator
Nov 2 @ 9:07 PM EDT
First Thursday of every month! š
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In reply to @nathan_stevens
Learn21Tech
Nov 2 @ 9:07 PM EDT
Here is another one - what looks different? How does this graphic relate to schools?
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gephillip
Nov 2 @ 9:08 PM EDT
Hey Ellen! How are you?
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In reply to @lndeutsch, @Learn21Tech
lcarroll94
- Moderator
Nov 2 @ 9:08 PM EDT
Graphic really made me think. Giving everyone that same box doesnāt make it equal. Takes different boxes to make it āequalā
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In reply to @Learn21Tech
lndeutsch
Nov 2 @ 9:08 PM EDT
Equity- all getting what is needed,not all getting the same
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lndeutsch
Nov 2 @ 9:09 PM EDT
Hello. Iām good and you? :)
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In reply to @gephillip, @Learn21Tech
Learn21Tech
Nov 2 @ 9:09 PM EDT
Equity is different than equality - it means some of the players actually have more... what THEY need to be successful.
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gephillip
Nov 2 @ 9:09 PM EDT
Equity is getting what one needs. Not the same for everyone.
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gephillip
Nov 2 @ 9:11 PM EDT
I think equity is hard for my kids to understand. They think they should all get the same thing.
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Learn21Tech
Nov 2 @ 9:11 PM EDT
What about this image? What does it mean to you?
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lndeutsch
Nov 2 @ 9:11 PM EDT
i think my tweetdeck is running slooowly tonight.
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markemoran
Nov 2 @ 9:12 PM EDT
In this, more is provided to those who struggle, w/nothing taken away from those flourishing. Equity should not mean leveling.
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nathan_stevens
Nov 2 @ 9:12 PM EDT
Equality still has its limitations.
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Learn21Tech
Nov 2 @ 9:12 PM EDT
Makes sense.. some may call this privledge... help Ss make sense of the justice graphic and discuss privilege.
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In reply to @gephillip
Learn21Tech
Nov 2 @ 9:13 PM EDT
Say more about leveling
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In reply to @markemoran
lndeutsch
Nov 2 @ 9:13 PM EDT
Interesting. Hadnāt seen this image before. Where is it from?
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In reply to @Learn21Tech
Learn21Tech
Nov 2 @ 9:14 PM EDT
Equitable and justice focused classrooms/schools are grounded in the lives of their students.
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Learn21Tech
Nov 2 @ 9:14 PM EDT
Q1: what are some examples from your school of how classrooms+curriculum is grounded in reality pedagogy (lives of Ss)?
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gephillip
Nov 2 @ 9:15 PM EDT
The justice image has me stumped. To me, it seems like one must do what one must to get what one needs.
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gephillip
Nov 2 @ 9:17 PM EDT
A1: Our advisory program focuses on social/emotional learning and we focus on what is going on in Ss lives.
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Learn21Tech
Nov 2 @ 9:17 PM EDT
The justice image is about breaking down systems that oppress Ss - particularly marginalized Ss that are PoC
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lcarroll94
- Moderator
Nov 2 @ 9:18 PM EDT
It made me think, too. Maybe... we all must work together to make sure that everyone gets what they need??
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nerissateaches
Nov 2 @ 9:18 PM EDT
Tear down the barrier. Let's envision liberation.
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nathan_stevens
Nov 2 @ 9:18 PM EDT
I would also say the equity pic robs the kids of the journey of learning
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lndeutsch
Nov 2 @ 9:18 PM EDT
Good video out there (Iāll try 2find)Ss running race, some have2srart way in back farther from finish line than others.Gr8 visual
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In reply to @Learn21Tech, @gephillip
lndeutsch
Nov 2 @ 9:19 PM EDT
Cool. Iāve seen many of them, will have to dig in and chat with you more.
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gephillip
Nov 2 @ 9:20 PM EDT
how do you invasion liberation?
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In reply to @nerissateaches, @Learn21Tech
nathan_stevens
Nov 2 @ 9:20 PM EDT
I say awesome. Inspiration hits kids when faced with a problem
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gephillip
Nov 2 @ 9:20 PM EDT
I think I know which video you are talking about. Many powerful ones out there.
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In reply to @lndeutsch, @Learn21Tech
lndeutsch
Nov 2 @ 9:20 PM EDT
Thereās an image 4 liberation too.
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In reply to @gephillip, @nerissateaches, @Learn21Tech
Learn21Tech
Nov 2 @ 9:21 PM EDT
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sorry folks something odd is going on w twitter
nathan_stevens
Nov 2 @ 9:22 PM EDT
Your question was so good that it broke twitter
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In reply to @Learn21Tech
gephillip
Nov 2 @ 9:22 PM EDT
I think itās
@TweetDeck
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In reply to @Learn21Tech, @TweetDeck
Learn21Tech
Nov 2 @ 9:22 PM EDT
Yes!!! About breaking the systems that oppress Ss, make them have lack of pride and make them leave culture at the door
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In reply to @nerissateaches
nathan_stevens
Nov 2 @ 9:24 PM EDT
A1 we are grounded in constructionism
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Learn21Tech
Nov 2 @ 9:24 PM EDT
Q2: How might teaching and learning equip Ss to "talk back" to the world and pose essential questions?
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Learn21Tech
Nov 2 @ 9:24 PM EDT
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lcarroll94
- Moderator
Nov 2 @ 9:25 PM EDT
https://t.co/uVkDDAmK7C
here's the video. powerful
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In reply to @lndeutsch, @Learn21Tech, @gephillip
lndeutsch
Nov 2 @ 9:25 PM EDT
Tear down barriers. Not just creating equity fixes (if that makes sense). Break the system that cr8s inequity and injustice
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In reply to @Learn21Tech
Learn21Tech
Nov 2 @ 9:26 PM EDT
Privledge is a Q in a bit.. something pretty common in IndySchools
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In reply to @lcarroll94, @lndeutsch, @gephillip
lndeutsch
Nov 2 @ 9:27 PM EDT
Everywhere
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In reply to @Learn21Tech, @lcarroll94, @gephillip
lndeutsch
Nov 2 @ 9:29 PM EDT
Everyoneās responsibility
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In reply to @lcarroll94, @gephillip
nathan_stevens
Nov 2 @ 9:29 PM EDT
A2 forces students to research for support and design of projects
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gephillip
Nov 2 @ 9:29 PM EDT
A2: We need 2 collaborate more with outside sources 2 help Ss C real world context. Sharing within walls is not scholastic anymore
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Learn21Tech
Nov 2 @ 9:29 PM EDT
A2: critique of social norms - critical thinking, making and doing. Field learning, empathy building...
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gephillip
Nov 2 @ 9:30 PM EDT
Yes it is. But how do we get our colleagues to recognize this or even our admin/parent body?
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In reply to @lndeutsch, @lcarroll94
Learn21Tech
Nov 2 @ 9:30 PM EDT
Yes! So true... needs to be real life and relevant.
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In reply to @gephillip
gephillip
Nov 2 @ 9:30 PM EDT
I think we even need our younglings doing Field Learning.
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bivey
Nov 2 @ 9:30 PM EDT
A2 Giving kids genuine voice. Also, hearing them out when they suggest change. Explain if you still disagree, & sometimes change.
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Learn21Tech
Nov 2 @ 9:30 PM EDT
Q3: How might literature, projects or experiences support social justice focused curriculum? Examples?
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Learn21Tech
Nov 2 @ 9:32 PM EDT
Yes! Exactly... voice is key.. space and time to act, building confidence as a youth change agent
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In reply to @bivey
gephillip
Nov 2 @ 9:32 PM EDT
@thebrainlair
can you help with books?
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Learn21Tech
Nov 2 @ 9:30 PM EDT
Q3: How might literature, projects or experiences support social justice focused curriculum? Examples?
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bivey
Nov 2 @ 9:32 PM EDT
In my school, I can use our (feminist) mission, plus our Twitter account and blog.
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In reply to @gephillip, @lndeutsch, @lcarroll94
gephillip
Nov 2 @ 9:33 PM EDT
A3: We just finished reading Refugee with our 5th and 6th graders last month about how different ppl demonstrate leadership
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lndeutsch
Nov 2 @ 9:33 PM EDT
I think we need to start by checking in w/our own identities, biases, perspectives. Start from w/in.
#takesvulnerability
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Learn21Tech
Nov 2 @ 9:34 PM EDT
A3: Literature recommendations from
@Tolerance_org
an excellent place to start, infuse things like
#HipHop
/music and pop-culture
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lndeutsch
Nov 2 @ 9:34 PM EDT
What school is that??
#intrigued
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In reply to @bivey, @gephillip, @lcarroll94
bivey
Nov 2 @ 9:34 PM EDT
A3 My kids hosted a Womenās Rights Convention last year. š
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lndeutsch
Nov 2 @ 9:34 PM EDT
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#dtk12chat
#equity
Learn21Tech
Nov 2 @ 9:31 PM EDT
Show the images I shared and have a discussion
In reply to @gephillip, @lndeutsch, @lcarroll94
gephillip
Nov 2 @ 9:35 PM EDT
Voice is so important.
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In reply to @bivey, @lndeutsch, @lcarroll94
bivey
Nov 2 @ 9:35 PM EDT
Iām at
@sbschoolorg
.
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nathan_stevens
Nov 2 @ 9:35 PM EDT
A3 helps establish empathy with research
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In reply to @Learn21Tech
lcarroll94
- Moderator
Nov 2 @ 9:36 PM EDT
HI Bill!! Great to chat again. Hope you are well. :)
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In reply to @bivey
Learn21Tech
Nov 2 @ 9:36 PM EDT
Q5: How can we introduce cultural sensitivity+conversations about topics like privilege into schools?
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image via
@drlovelace
bivey
Nov 2 @ 9:37 PM EDT
I am! I hope all is well with you too.
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In reply to @lcarroll94
gephillip
Nov 2 @ 9:38 PM EDT
A5: I teach my Ss 2 look at the other side. We learn about Africa and Latin America. How did Natives feel about Columbus/Slavery.
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bivey
Nov 2 @ 9:38 PM EDT
A5 Educate ourselves, work with the kids to set norms, build on their interests & instincts for fairness and search for identity.
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lndeutsch
Nov 2 @ 9:39 PM EDT
Q5? I think I missed something. ;)
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In reply to @Learn21Tech, @drlovelace
Learn21Tech
Nov 2 @ 9:40 PM EDT
Great opportunity for a design project w native people!
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In reply to @gephillip
bivey
Nov 2 @ 9:40 PM EDT
A5
@GregBCurran
has some wonderful podcasts at
https://t.co/tnMeJcHoq5
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Learn21Tech
Nov 2 @ 9:41 PM EDT
Yes and be uncomfortable, listen, learn..
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In reply to @bivey
gephillip
Nov 2 @ 9:41 PM EDT
A5: Use primary sources to teach Ss empathy. Not just the good, but the bad too.
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Learn21Tech
Nov 2 @ 9:41 PM EDT
I added the wrong # it's late and im exhausted had an event tonight at school till 8!
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lndeutsch
Nov 2 @ 9:41 PM EDT
A5: exploring privilege both in & outside of school is important. Important for adult community at schools 2 be aware of this 2
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lndeutsch
Nov 2 @ 9:42 PM EDT
No worries. All good. :)
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Learn21Tech
Nov 2 @ 9:42 PM EDT
How might you change it?
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bivey
Nov 2 @ 9:42 PM EDT
A5 Also, if you donāt follow any
#EduColor
people or track the hashtag, I recommend it. Amazing people w/great ideas/resources.
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lndeutsch
Nov 2 @ 9:42 PM EDT
Yup and real people!
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bivey
Nov 2 @ 9:43 PM EDT
Daily.
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In reply to @Learn21Tech
gephillip
Nov 2 @ 9:43 PM EDT
Exactly. Have guests come and speak to your students.
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In reply to @lndeutsch
Learn21Tech
Nov 2 @ 9:44 PM EDT
Amen - yes!
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In reply to @nerissateaches
lndeutsch
Nov 2 @ 9:44 PM EDT
Yes and pull experience from within your community too.
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In reply to @gephillip
Learn21Tech
Nov 2 @ 9:45 PM EDT
What other questions about equity and SJ in teaching, learning, schools etc do you have?
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bivey
Nov 2 @ 9:46 PM EDT
I can also pass on this good advice from
@ValeriaBrownEdu
- start by working on your own internal biases.
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gephillip
Nov 2 @ 9:46 PM EDT
How do we get the conversation started when others donāt think its an issue?
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danieltr83
Nov 2 @ 9:46 PM EDT
I would show them sitting on the boxes engaged in a conversation about their experiences on the outside. Just as a first step.
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bivey
Nov 2 @ 9:46 PM EDT
Iād love to know how schools are supporting non-binary and trans kids.
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lndeutsch
Nov 2 @ 9:47 PM EDT
Awesome. Thank you. I think thatās key.
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bivey
Nov 2 @ 9:46 PM EDT
I can also pass on this good advice from
@ValeriaBrownEdu
- start by working on your own internal biases.
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Learn21Tech
Nov 2 @ 9:48 PM EDT
Guests, PBL/Design projects, simple things like that video and we had a good experience with a poverty/race simulation
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In reply to @gephillip
bivey
Nov 2 @ 9:49 PM EDT
Good question. I share what I read online (esp.
@TheJLV
and
@biblio_phile
) as a way of getting them inside anotherās experience.
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Learn21Tech
Nov 2 @ 9:49 PM EDT
Nice, I like that.
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In reply to @danieltr83, @nerissateaches
Learn21Tech
Nov 2 @ 9:49 PM EDT
Good Q... thoughts
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In reply to @bivey
lndeutsch
Nov 2 @ 9:50 PM EDT
Iād like 2know how do find a communof folks who want 2explore their own s&@t & build out from there.
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lotsoffolksdonotwannagothere
bivey
Nov 2 @ 9:46 PM EDT
I can also pass on this good advice from
@ValeriaBrownEdu
- start by working on your own internal biases.
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bivey
Nov 2 @ 9:51 PM EDT
Our Students of Colour group periodically hosts all-school open meetings. They help get conversations started.
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lndeutsch
Nov 2 @ 9:52 PM EDT
I just connected with someone in SF who is working deeply in this area. Msg me and I will find his contact info
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Learn21Tech
Nov 2 @ 9:52 PM EDT
Confronting White Privilege
https://t.co/XOM28ymcNf
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bivey
Nov 2 @ 9:52 PM EDT
Iāve found you can start with the one person who does.... and then anther surfaces... eventually you have a core group. š
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lndeutsch
Nov 2 @ 9:52 PM EDT
& grab some folks from the inside to join
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In reply to @Learn21Tech, @danieltr83, @nerissateaches
gephillip
Nov 2 @ 9:53 PM EDT
Thank you
@Learn21Tech
for a wonderful chat tonight! SO MUCH to think about.
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Learn21Tech
Nov 2 @ 9:54 PM EDT
Talking is good, listening is better yet need to have a bias for action.
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bivey
Nov 2 @ 9:54 PM EDT
I mean, having a thriving GSA and taking them to
@GLSEN
conferences always helps! And visibility.
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In reply to @Learn21Tech, @GLSEN
lndeutsch
Nov 2 @ 9:55 PM EDT
Check out
https://t.co/yJFqDGkxc6
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In reply to @bivey
bivey
Nov 2 @ 9:56 PM EDT
Thanks!
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Learn21Tech
Nov 2 @ 9:57 PM EDT
Thanks to all who joined to discuss this important and not talked about often-enough topic! Have a great rest of your week!
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lndeutsch
Nov 2 @ 9:58 PM EDT
Thx
@Learn21Tech
Glad I joined the chat. & great to follow some new folks tonight.
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Learn21Tech
Nov 2 @ 9:57 PM EDT
Thanks to all who joined to discuss this important and not talked about often-enough topic! Have a great rest of your week!
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bivey
Nov 2 @ 9:58 PM EDT
Thanks for hosting this
#isedchat
! And thanks to all participants. Have a good night!
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In reply to @Learn21Tech