What's Really Said in the Teachers' Lounge

Jeffrey A Kottler states that multiculturalism has become so politically correct that authentic feelings and honest opinions are reserved and limited to the teachers′ lounge. What is described as sensitivity to diversity is often transformed into a degree of caution in which people no longer say what they really think. In this book, Kottler presents an honest, intimate, and provocative look at issues related to culture, and suggests ways in which teachers can make their classroom more vibrant and culturally responsive.

The topic is a critical one. I personally found the book rewarding. I′ve taken another look at my æculture within′ . Harvey B. Alvy, School Administration Program Coordinator Eastern Washington University Helps teachers explore how cultural beliefs and biases - theirs, their colleagues′ and their students′ - affect teaching and learning. Get beyond the "public words" people use about your school′s diverse population - and learn to deal with everyone′s real feelings. Gives all educators the tools they need to introduce a spirit of compassion into their school or classrooms. Offers workable strategies to help educators: * Talk about prejudice and racism in class * Recruit positive community role models for students * Invite students to research and share their own worldviews * Help marginal students feel competent and valued * Involve students′ families Find out how to create a "shared culture" for your students and build a real sense of community in your school.

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