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Dear SRIS,
The TESOL Social Responsibility Interest Section hosts
discussion groups through the myTESOL
page and Facebook
that allow interested educators to explore current topics affecting our
students and share best practices for celebrating diversity. Topics we
have previously explored include the Muslim travel ban, climate change,
the proposed border wall, families divided by deportations, LGBTQ
rights, and evaluation of news sources. These discussion groups are
members only, which allows those participating in the discussions to
openly state their views without risk of encountering hostility. The
following questions are examples of anticipated discussion starters
related to this newsletter’s next theme of Social Justice in the
Classroom:
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What authentic, compelling texts, videos, and/or images have
you utilized to integrate social justice into your classroom?
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What challenge(s)/success(es) are you experiencing as an
educator in addressing issues related to social justice?
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What have you learned from your students that has broadened your awareness of their experience?
Consider adding your voice to the discussion. You may have a
unique perspective to offer another educator. Or perhaps you are an
educator in search of a sounding board. Either way, we welcome you to
contribute your insights and experiences.
Sincerely,
Kimberly
myTESOL
discussion page: Social Responsibility Interest
Section
Facebook
Group: Social Responsibility Interest Group – TESOL
Kimberly Mitchell has been in the ESL education
profession in Texas for 13 years. She taught ESL language arts for
Grades 6–12 and supported teachers with instructional delivery for
English learners as an ESL facilitator, and she is currently a school
district administrator for the secondary ESL program in Katy, Texas. She
holds an MA in education, curriculum and instruction and is certified
as a Master Reading Teacher. |
