Course Description

• What is "culturally responsive instruction"? How will "culturally responsive instruction" positively impact Multilingual learners? What, specifically, does it look like in the classroom, and how should it be embedded in instruction in every lesson every day? How does "culturally responsive instruction" align with Tier 1 (Universal Instruction) of MTSS? Teachers will explore the concept of culturally responsive instruction, plan for implementation of rigorous instruction in culturally responsive environments, and share resources and ideas for building capacity for creating culturally responsive environments at the building level.
• Lead Learner (Facilitator): Sam Teres | Cindy Close
• Credit(s) and Type: 1 Hour Relicensure | English Language Development (ELD)

Target Audience

• SGMS Certified Staff
• Open to Substitute Teachers = Not at this time
• Open to Student Teachers = Not at this time

Date and Location

• Date: January 25, 2023
• Location: Sagewood Middle School

Course Outcomes

Participants will be able to describe:

• Why culturally responsive instruction is crucial for Multilingual Learners
• Indicators of culturally responsive instruction
• How to plan for implementation of rigorous instruction in culturally responsive environments