Tag: marginalized communities
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Why Culturally Responsive Teaching is Crucial for Alternative Schools and Settings
Culturally responsive teaching is a crucial component of education in alternative schools and settings. It involves creating an inclusive environment that acknowledges and respects the diversity of students’ backgrounds, experiences, and cultural identities. The goal is to ensure that every student feels valued, supported, and empowered to succeed academically and socially. One key aspect of…
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Why Economics Fails to Explain Poverty: A Call for Critical Thinking and Equity
Economics: The Science of Explaining Why You’re Poor Ah, economics – the study of how to make sense of the money you don’t have. It’s a field that’s been around for centuries, and yet somehow we still haven’t figured out how to solve poverty. Economists love to talk about “supply” and “demand,” as if they’re…
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Using Comedy and Satire as Powerful Tools in Alternative Education
Comedy and satire have been used throughout history to convey important messages, critique societal norms, and create a sense of community. In alternative schooling and education, these narratives can be powerful tools to engage students in critical thinking and encourage them to question the world around them. Satire is a form of comedy that uses…
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