Course overview
The arts as a vehicle for teaching a variety of cultures.
This course was designed for educators and administrators who want to use the arts as a tool for teaching that reflects and respects a variety of perspectives.
The Culture and Connections course explores how to use the arts as a vehicle for teaching a variety of cultures.
Sample strategies and curriculum templates to use right away.; All Levels: K-12
What you’ll learn
Four things you’ll walk away with.
- 01Examine the concept of culture
and storytelling
- 02Explore the difference between appreciation
and misrepresentation
- 03Compile teaching strategies
that serve as a functional toolbox for a safe and welcoming classroom environment
- 04Apply a litmus test to determine the authenticity
and proper use of materials and resources for teaching with a connection to culture
Syllabus
12 lessons, one practical task each.
Lesson 1What is Cultural Responsiveness?
- Objective
- Define cultural responsiveness
- Your task
- Complete the Dimensions of Equity chart
Lesson 2Why is Cultural Responsiveness Necessary?
- Objective
- Examine and analyses why there is a need for cultural responsiveness
- Your task
- Complete reflections on two films
Lesson 3Implicit and Explicit Biases
- Objective
- Define biases and explore how personal bias can affect instruction
- Your task
- Complete the Examining Bias handout
Lesson 4Equity and Inclusion
- Objective
- Define and explore equity and inclusion in the classroom
- Your task
- Develop a classroom equity and inclusion statement
Lesson 5Culturally Responsive Approaches
- Objective
- Explore approaches for addressing equity and inclusion in the classroom
- Your task
- Complete the Strategies graphic organizer
Lesson 6Culturally Responsive Resources for Diverse Populations
- Objective
- Explore various resources and apply a litmus test to determine authenticity
- Your task
- Complete the resource organizer and litmus test
Lesson 7How to Transition Lessons to a More Culturally Responsive Approach
- Objective
- Explore how to transition lessons to integrate multicultural, social justice, & culturally responsive learning
- Your task
- Review the Framework for Cultural Inclusion
Lesson 8Examining Music and Visual Arts through the Culturally Responsive Lens
- Objective
- Explore how music and visual arts can be taught through cultural responsiveness
- Your task
- Review the samples of original lessons and how they have been transformed
Lesson 9Examining Dance and Theatre through the Culturally Responsive Lens
- Objective
- Explore how dance and theatre can be taught through cultural responsiveness
- Your task
- Review the samples of original lessons and how they have been transformed
Lesson 10Rewriting the Cultural Narrative
- Objective
- Examine the concept of cultural narratives and how to facilitate in the rewriting of this narratives
- Your task
- Complete a reflection on narratives in the classrooms
Lesson 11Creating Buy-In
- Objective
- Determine the obstacles to implementing culturally responsive teaching
- Your task
- Complete the Action Plan template
Lesson 12Involving the Community
- Objective
- Examine the benefits of community involvement
- Your task
- Complete the Community Partnership Brainstorm Checklist
How you earn your hours
From first video to certificate.
- 1Watch the 12 lessons
On-demand videos with closed captions. Start or finish anytime.
- 2Try the tasks
Work through the practical task included with each lesson.
- 3Complete your final project
Transfer your lesson to the Cultural Inclusion Lesson Plan Template.
- 4Get your certificate
A score of 70% (70/100 points) is required to earn 25 PD hours and 2.5 CEUs.
Requirements for approval
Accredited and widely accepted.
Will these hours count for me?
While you should always follow any pre-approval requirements in your district, we have helped thousands of educators advance on their district’s salary scale and meet their relicensing requirements. The Institute is accredited by the International Association for Continuing Education and Training (IACET) and is accredited to issue the IACET CEU.
What teachers are saying
Real classrooms. Real results.
“I found this course mind opening in many ways and it has lead me to adjust my choices and decisions mainly about the subject matter of my teaching, but also in my day to day interaction with students.”
