Episode 120 | Sustaining Cultural & Disability Identities in Literacy w/ Dr. Amy Tondreau and Dr. Laurie Rabinowitz
Description
In today's episode of Our Classroom, we're delving into the poignant and necessary conversation about sustaining cultural and disability identities in literacy with esteemed guests Dr. Amy Tondreau, an assistant professor of literacy at the University of Maryland, and Dr. Laurie Rabinowitz, an assistant professor of education studies at Skidmore College. Dr. Tondreau and Dr. Rabinowitz bring a wealth of knowledge to the table, exploring the integration of culturally sustaining pedagogy and disability sustaining pedagogy with balanced literacy frameworks to foster inclusive classrooms. They emphasize the importance of mindset shifts for educators, offering practical strategies and inspiring examples of inclusive practices in action. Tune in to learn how we can engage with critical, intersectional pedagogies that honor the multifaceted identities of students, ensuring that all voices are heard and valued in the literacy landscape.
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