INCLUSION and the SCHOOL LIBRARY

We’ll take a look at… Resources, programming, and teaching practices that support multiculturalism, diversity, and inclusion Find all resources from this talk at: https://padlet.com/alissa76adams/ka2p1babrnfw

INCLUSION describes the active, intentional, and ongoing engagement with diversity

DIVERSITY   all the ways we differ or are unique

RACIAL, ETHNIC, AND CULTURAL Geographically isolated RELIGIOUS minorities RACIAL, ETHNIC, AND CULTURAL minorities DISABILITY SEXUAL ORIENTATION GENDER Socio-economic barriers age New & non readers

AASL Position Statement for an Effective School Library Program has a certified school librarian at the helm, provides personalized learning environments, and offers equitable access to resources to ensure a well-rounded education for every student.

Equal = Same promotes fairness and justice by providing everyone the same thing Ex. Giving all students a laptop for learning

Equity = Fair ensuring all people get what they need to be equal Ex. Ensuring all students know how to use the laptop.

http://culturalorganizing.org

achievement gap opportunity gap http://culturalorganizing.org

RACIAL, ETHNIC, AND CULTURAL DIVERSITY Geographically isolated RELIGIOUS DIVERSITY RACIAL, ETHNIC, AND CULTURAL DIVERSITY ABILITY/ DISABILITY SEXUAL ORIENTATION GENDER ISSUES Socio-economic Barriers age New & non readers

…collection development RESOURCES …collection development

Benefits of Multicultural Literature Helps students to better understand current world issues Increases awareness of social practices, values and belief systems of other cultures Promotes unity and empathy Promotes the interaction of children across differing ethnic backgrounds

Books as mirrors Creates self worth Allows for self-reflection Shapes cultural identity Builds confidence = increases willingness to learn

Collection Development Know your population Know the needs of your school and community Looks for books with diversity characters topics authors Look for accessible formats multi-sensory books audio versions video versions Graphic Novels/Comics

Graphic Novels Visual in nature - international art form & widely recognizable Simple text, dialogue in conversational style Story lines are complex Characters are detailed Themes of empowerment, underdog, &trials of everyday, relatable life Universally recognizable characters like Superman, Batman, etc.

Responding to Concerns & Challenges Come mostly from parents Stay neutral Inform of policies Alert your administrator especially if it seems like it will escalate.  

Policy Selection Policy Reconsideration Policy  

Show Value Circulation stats Testimony Curriculum-based Offer alternative avenues for check out  

Book Selection http://weneeddiversebooks.org/where-to-find-diverse-books/

Book Selection https://socialjusticebooks.org/booklists/

Audio Books http://www.uniteforliteracy.com/

Audio Books

…personalized learning environments PROGRAMMING …personalized learning environments

AASL Position Statement for an Effective School Library Program has a certified school librarian at the helm, provides personalized learning environments, and offers equitable access to resources to ensure a well-rounded education for every student.

Makerspaces/Clubs Universal language Differentiation Democratizes learning Empower learners  

Book Sharing Read-a-louds Booktalks Book clubs Monthly celebrations Special events

Showcasing Book displays Bulletin boards Student work/share Featured books Pick of the week/month Monthly focus Celebrations

Marketing Use ‘face out’ method of display Use subject methods for non-fiction: “Spanish studies” “Native Americans” Highlight artwork/cover work Highlight a graphic novel by displaying the minority hero

…the teacher-librarian is a teacher first TEACHING …the teacher-librarian is a teacher first

Culturally Responsive Teaching “Becoming culturally responsive starts with showing genuine caring that recognizes the unique gifts and talents of every child, particularly when that child doesn’t look [or sound] like you. ....” -Zaretta Hammond

Create Context Visuals/Props Acting Body Language Gestures Singing/music Poetry Show AND Tell

Scaffold the content Abridged versions Audio Movies Text highlighting Model Read in first language, then in English

Less is more.

TAKE A MOMENT… What will you START doing in your professional practice? What will you STOP doing? What will you CONTINUE to do? What will you CHANGE about what you do?

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Multiculturalism in the Modern World: Jen Holladay: https://www

Multicultural curriculum... Is rigorous Advance pro-social proficiency Advance critical thinking