(NAME-MCE) Understanding Culture and Cultural Responsiveness June 19-21 Denver CO

[Anselmo Villanueva]

National Center for Culturally Responsive Educational Systems (NCCRESt)

Certification Training: Understanding Culture and Cultural Responsiveness

Information: http://www.nccrest.org/events/certification_training.html

June 19-21, 2007    Denver CO

UNDERSTANDING CULTURE AND DIVERSITY

Examine culture and diversity by exploring its influence on everyday
activity, on individual identity development, and on systems of power
and privilege in our education systems. In education, what works for
some students may not work for others. By understanding the lives of
the students and what they bring to their education, educators can
build on their strengths. Learn to be culturally responsive and
attentive to all students' needs.

Participants will:

- Define culture — what it is and what it is not
- Understand the development of a culturally responsive perspective and pedagogy
- Consider the impact of culture on individuals and systems — why it matters
- Learn what happens when we are NOT culturally responsive
- Understand the power of words and labels
- Develop a diversity perspective—understanding the developmental
process of becoming a culturally responsive educator

The cost for this training is $499 per person. We will accept the
first 50 pre-registrations for each training in the order they are
received.