Open Minds to Equality: A Sourcebook of Learning Activities to Affirm Diversity and Promote Equity

Nancy Schniedewind,Ellen Davidson

ISBN 10: 0942961609 / ISBN 13: 9780942961607

Published by Rethinking Schools, 2014

Seller Inventory # mon0000532806

Synopsis:

Open Minds to Equality is an educator's sourcebook of activities to help students understand and change inequalities based on race, gender, class, age, language, sexual orientation, physical/mental ability, and religion. The activities also promote respect for diversity and interpersonal equality among students, fostering a classroom that is participatory, cooperative, and democratic. Learning activities are sequenced to build awareness and understanding. This book is an essential resource for teachers, leaders in professional development, and curriculum specialists.

FEATURES:

• A series of ready-to-implement learning activities in a variety of both traditional curriculum areas and interdisciplinary ones.
• A variety of lesson styles that include role-plays, case studies, dilemma stories, cooperative learning activities, interviews, data analysis, and creative and expository writing.
• Coverage of complex equity issues beyond "the basics."
• An inclusive framework for thinking about diversity and responding practically to various forms of difference in classrooms.
• An engaging, readable format with helpful instructions.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Open Minds to Equality: A Sourcebook of ...
Publisher: Rethinking Schools
Publication Date: 2014
Binding: paperback
Condition: Good
Edition: 4th Edition