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Take a deeper look at the new teaching and learning strategies that are transforming our nation. Hear from the nation‘s leading voices in education and from students whose lives have been transformed through new culturally responsive programs and practices that focus on improving students‘ social and emotional well-being. Learn how to adapt successful solutions in schools to create positive change in your home and community through our podcasts and their FREE companion resources located on our Take Action Portal. takeactionportal.org
Episodes
Monday Nov 01, 2021
Monday Nov 01, 2021
Defining Us uses the power of media and the promise of education to inspire educators to join the conversation on the socio-political cultural issues that matter. In this episode of Defining Us…Stacey DeWitt interviews Tim Shriver. While many people know of Tim Shriver’s activism and philanthropic work, Tim also is a former teacher and has been instrumental in promoting quality educational opportunities for all students. In this episode, Tim and Stacey discuss the importance of educator relationships and how communities can find common ground despite great differences.
Powerful Moments
Throughout this podcast there are powerful moments that provide deeper insight into the individuals and topics discussed in this podcast.
- 1:55 – “We’re in the midst of a deep, almost spiritual crisis, a crisis of us…”
- 4:29 – Developing the skills to build trust
- 7:35 – Relationships and social emotional learning
- 8:35 – What teachers have the power to do in schools
- 12:21 – Building a new Spirit of America
- 20:25 – What happens when students learn that somebody cares
Critical Reflection Questions (During and After the Listening)
Use the following critical reflection questions to make deeper meaning of the topics discussed in this episode.
- How do my own identity, experiences and knowledge influence my understanding of this topic?
- How does this topic connect with my current context?
- What are the implications to my practice?
- How can we make sure that every student in the school knows that adults care about them?
- How will I continue the conversation in my school/community/organization?
Inside the Conversation
Want to know more? Continue the learning with some of the important individuals, organizations, and topics discussed in this episode.
- UNITE.US
- Tim Shriver on Twitter
- Call to Unite YouTube Channel
- Collaborative for Academic and Social Emotional Learning (CASEL)
- Special Olympics
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Tuesday Mar 16, 2021
Tuesday Mar 16, 2021
Defining Us uses the power of media and the promise of education to inspire educators to join the conversation on the socio-political cultural issues that matter. In this episode of Defining Us…Stacey DeWitt interviews George Patterson, the Senior Director for My Brother’s Keeper (MBK) Grant Funded Programs in New York City Schools. George and Stacey discuss how the people who work within programs like MBK help mitigate trauma and promote success in school and beyond for students of color.
Powerful Moments
Throughout this podcast there are powerful moments that provide deeper insight into the individuals and topics discussed in this podcast.
- 3:59 – Many students of color may not relate to the curriculum and MBK is “equity in action”
- 7:02 – “My teachers showed me role models, “They realized what I was going through, and they reached out to me and they put support systems in place…”
- 14:16 – We can achieve a new American Dream and young people of color can provide leadership
- 21:04 – We’re all better when we know about everyone’s history
- 23:10 – “We understood the relational aspect of learning…”
- 28:46 – The current civil rights effort is different from others in the past
Critical Reflection Questions (During and After the Listening)
Use the following critical reflection questions to make deeper meaning of the topics discussed in this episode.
- How do my own identity, experiences and knowledge influence my understanding of this topic?
- How does this topic connect with my current context?
- What are the implications to my practice?
- Am I using a relationship-based approach in my interactions with students?
- How will I continue the conversation in my school/community/organization?
Inside the Conversation
Want to know more? Continue the learning with some of the important individuals, organizations, and topics discussed in this episode.
- New York City My Brother’s Keeper
- New York City My Brother’s Keeper on Twitter
- New York City My Brother’s Keeper on Instagram
- The MBK Alliance
Follow us to Join the Conversation
Our favorite part of recording a live podcast each week is participating in the great conversations that happen on social media and in our comments section.
Follow our Host
Contact Us for Additional Information on:
- Hosting a Documentary Screening and Panel
- Network Experts and Organizations
- Professional Learning
- Multi-Media and Print Resources
https://definingus.org/take-action/
Check Out More Defining Us Programming
If you are a new listener to Defining Us, we would love to hear from you. Please visit us at www.definingus.org today!