EdTrust’s Post

#CampusRacialClimate refers to the current attitudes, behaviors & practices of faculty & students at a #HigherEd institution toward students based on their race/ethnicity. Our digital report explores #CampusRacialClimates for students of color: https://edtru.st/3RTz1rG

"Students of color often experience college differently than their White peers because of the negative attitudes, behavior, and practices some peers and faculty have toward students of color due to their race and/or ethnicity. The long-term effects of college students’ experiences on campus severely affect the academic experiences and social well-being of students of color, namely — their college access and success." #highered #dei #studentsofcolor #facultyofcolor

This should be THE vibe for 2024: "It is imperative that policies at the institutional, state, and federal levels expand college access and success for all students and ensures students of color are supported through positive campus racial climates that will lead to their social and academic success throughout and beyond college. In the wake of the Supreme Court’s limitation on the use of affirmative action, some colleges are doing away with their efforts to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) on campus; but we argue that there needs to be even greater efforts on college campuses to support the belonging and success of students of color, not fewer." The model, report, and suggestions for action deserve our time, consideration, and activation.

As schools seemingly lower their standards, a concerning trend emerges: are we doing a disservice to our children by not challenging them enough? This video delves into the implications of diminished academic expectations, exploring the long-term effects on students, the workforce, and society at large. Through expert insights, educational data, and a look into global benchmarks, we aim to shed light on the need for rigorous, high-quality education that truly prepares students for the future. Join the conversation, champion the cause for elevated standards, and advocate for an education system that truly nurtures potential. #DiminishingStandards #EducationCrisis #LoweredExpectations #ChallengeOurChildren #FuturePreparedness #GlobalBenchmarks #RigorousEducation #NurturingPotential #SchoolTrends #AdvocateForQuality

As schools seemingly lower their standards, a concerning trend emerges: are we doing a disservice to our children by not challenging them enough? This video delves into the implications of diminished academic expectations, exploring the long-term effects on students, the workforce, and society at large. Through expert insights, educational data, and a look into global benchmarks, we aim to shed light on the need for rigorous, high-quality education that truly prepares students for the future. Join the conversation, champion the cause for elevated standards, and advocate for an education system that truly nurtures potential. #DiminishingStandards #EducationCrisis #LoweredExpectations #ChallengeOurChildren #FuturePreparedness #GlobalBenchmarks #RigorousEducation #NurturingPotential #SchoolTrends #AdvocateForQuality

A good reminder of thinking traps best we can fall into as teachers. In such a demanding role it is easy to become despondent and downhearted, but the way we frame and express our thinking has such an impact on both our wellbeing and our ability to be as effective and solution focused as we can be. As hard as it can be to find and focus on, there is always a positive, a possibility or a creative solution to be found and followed.

As an instructional coach, I am hearing these equity traps being expressed by teachers more often than I would like. Teaching is hard, no doubt. However, when we constantly expressed this type of defeat, it becomes a self-fulfilling prophecy. This spills into our classes and negatively impacts our students. We might not say these things to their face, but they will feel it in the way we look at them, instruct them, and talk to them. This is the main reason why professional learning opportunities and communities are imperative. As educators, we must remember to go into these spaces with an open mind and ready to learn something new about students, learning theories, instructional practices, etc. Change is sometimes needed, and as habitual as teachers are...this can be difficult and scary. Just as our society constantly changes and the world develops...your practices needs to do the same. How can you apply skills, activities, strategies to your content even if that workshop/training may not seem to be relevant at first? Just like we want our students do think on a higher level and make connections, we must do the same thing. My goal is to help teachers change their perspectives, reflect on their practices, and work through and improve an educational system that has prevented students gain academic success. It's tiring and discouraging at times, but I cannot give up on our students and teachers.

Language matters! The words we use shape the narratives we tell ourselves and the actions we take. Have you identified any language in your system that you believe needs to evolve? Changing language can change the game. Let's rewrite the rules by changing the conversation.

As educators it can be difficult to spot when we are actually the ones limiting students’ ability to achieve. This graphic helps us identify beliefs and behaviors that we can change in an effort to be more equitable in our practice. School transformation starts with personal transformation of our beliefs and behaviors about teaching and learning.

As highlighted by recent research, the impact of school closures on students underscores the importance of addressing educational inequities. Let's prioritize equity in planning and policy-making to support all students. Howard Fulfrost shared his insights on this topic. #EducationEquity #SchoolClosures #EquitableOpportunities