A Culturally Proficient Response to LGBT Communities: A Guide for Educators

By: Randall B. Lindsey and Richard M. Diaz and Dr Kikanza Nuri-Robins and Dr Raymond D. Terrell and Delores B. Lindsey

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Synopsis: High impact strategies to improve student outcomes Positive systemic change begins when school leaders elevate understanding and propel schools toward safe and diverse-friendly environments. To combat anti-gay discrimination, educators often use silence, policy, legislation and compliance. This brave book maintains that building safe and welcoming schools begins not only with effective and appropriate policy but also with inside-out analysis of one’s own beliefs and values. Resulting cultural proficiencies boost empathy and improve learning environments. On this simple premise, readers will find: Inside-out growth through personal stories and case-studies Reflection through activities appropriate for individuals and teams Insight through current responses to bullying

Book Quality:: Publisher Quality
ISBN-13:: 9781483304328
Related ISBNs:: 9781483304298, 9781452241982
Publisher:: SAGE Publications
Date of Addition:: 10/31/17
Copyrighted By:: Randall B. Lindsey, Richard M. Diaz, Kikanza J. Nuri-Robins, Raymond D. Terrell, and Delores B. Lindsey
Adult content:: No
Language:: English
Has Image Descriptions:: No
Categories:: Nonfiction, Education
Submitted By:: Bookshare Staff
Usage Restrictions:: This is a copyrighted book.