Mod 17 Discussion: Culturally Responsive Teaching

There is a refined resource that I have found to be culturally responsive in this module is a primary source set on the Civil Rights Movement, featuring speeches, photographs, and firsthand accounts from diverse voices.

Cultural-Friendliness: This resource validates and elevates perspectives that are often overlooked, allowing students to see themselves reflected in the curriculum. It presents authentic experiences rather than a single dominant narrative, which fosters respect for multiple cultural perspectives.

Potential: It has the capacity to meet all seven culturally responsive teaching criteria by affirming cultural identity, connecting content to real-world issues, promoting equity of access, and encouraging critical thinking and student voice.

Classroom Use: I would use this resource in a document-based inquiry lesson. Students would analyze the sources with scaffolds like guiding questions and graphic organizers, then connect historical struggles for civil rights to current events. This approach builds both historical understanding and cultural awareness.