Language, Culture, Equity & Inclusion

Teacher educators share ideas and resources focused on the important role of language, culture and neuro-diversity in both TK-12 contexts and teacher preparation programs.  Presentations in this section range from supervisors sharing specific tools to support inclusion and equity to a discussion of the current racial climate in teacher education programs.

Resources:

• Critical Equity: Moving From Practice to Culture
  • Presented by Dr. Ijeoma Ononuju

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• Language & Culture Considerations 
  • Panelists: Olivia Obeso (UCLA), Terry Shanahan (UCI), Diane Lang (UCB)

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• Tools For Equity & Justice
  
  • Panelists: Imelda Nava (UCLA), Jeff Share (UCLA), Diane Lang (UCB), Nives Wetzel de Cedieal (UCB)

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• Reimagining Supervision to Transform Education 
  
  • Presented by Johnnie Wilson (UCSC) & Jane Kim (UCLA)

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• How to Observe & Support Universal Design
  
  • Presented by Dr. Laura Palen (UCI)

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• Fostering a Healthy Racial Climate in Teacher Education 
  
  • Presented by Dr. Rita Kohli (UCR)

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• Supporting Pre-Service Teachers More Equitably
  
  • Presented by Dr. Karin Lowhowser (UCSB)

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