SEAntiBiasEducationtoNurtureBelonging3hrWVHSA

Participants will define key terms related to advancing equity in EC education.  Identify the 4 core goals of anti-bias education. Discuss the role of the teacher and the adult in advancing equity in teaching and learning.  Apply an anti-bias approach to classroom scenarios.

1.9  a. Recognizes the major differences and similarities between various cultural groups within the early childhood setting
4.1  c. Shows genuine interest in children’s experiences, ideas, and work
         d. Uses a variety of strategies for building relationships such as engaging in meaningful and extended conversations, respecting each child’s uniqueness, using children’s names, being at children’s eye level, and smiling at children
        e. Creates opportunities for children of different races, cultures, languages, abilities, and genders to work and play together

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