The Culture-Centered Classroom

By Jocelynn

The Culture-Centered Classroom podcast is the go-to podcast for teachers, instructional coaches, and school leaders ready to step into their power by centering educational equity, celebrating diversit... more

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The podcast currently has 110 episodes available.

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April 28, 2023S3.E13 - 4 Seasons of change: Why are you hiding from the rain?
John Maxwell said, “People change in four different seasons; they hurt enough that they have to, they see enough that they are inspired to, they learn enough that they want to, or they receive enough that they are able to.” There are going to be seasons that we are hurt enough that we have to, but do we want to wait for those seasons to change. I sure hope not. Where are you on this journey of change? Check out this episode to learn about the best ways to navigate the seasons of change.
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April 19, 2023S3.E12 - The # 1 challenge with effectively using restorative and social emotional practices
When you are creating a culturally responsive learning space and designing culturally relevant lessons, leveraging restorative and trauma-informed practices as well as social and emotional learning strategies is one way to ensure that you are teaching through an equity lens. In this episode I will share a high level definition of each of those practices as well as the number one challenge you didn't know you were facing when effectively using restorative and social emotional and trauma informed practices.
In this episode I mention:
Restorative Practices

Trauma Informed Practices

Social and Emotional Learning
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Check out ⁠⁠⁠The Culture-Centered Teacher Workshops HERE⁠⁠⁠!
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April 12, 2023S3.E11 - 3 Ways to identify powerful missing voices in your curriculum and classroom w/ Carlo L'Chelle Dawson
Join me in welcoming Carlo L'Chelle Dawson to the podcast for an inspiring conversation about why it is important to identify the missing voices and stories in your curriculum and classroom. Carlo has 21 years of experience in education as a high school teacher. She is also the founder of The Power of PROGENY Project, an author, singer, and motivational speaker. Her one woman show, "The Missing Voice" inspired today's episode.
If you are interested in connecting with Carlo you can find her:
Instagram - @carlolchelle
Website - https://www.carlolchelledawson.com/about-carlo
Website - https://www.powerofprogeny.com/
Books - https://www.carlolchelledawson.com/books

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April 05, 2023S3.E10 - Perspective is your superpower: 3 ways to harness it for positive impact
Perspective is a superpower you can harness to positively impact the culture of your classroom. Being aware of multiple perspectives is necessary as an educator. It is a foundational element in developing authentic relationships with students and structuring effective classroom management systems. It is essential for differentiating instruction and fostering a learning environment where students actually want to engage. Perspective is necessary for teaching students to enter the world. Tune in to learn three specific ways to harness the power of this incredible tool.
In this episode I mention:
Definition of CULTURE in the Cambridge Dictionary

"⁠The Five Love Languages of Children⁠" by Gary Chapman

⁠The Love Language Quiz⁠
Lesson Plan Coaching Call - Click ⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠ to schedule
⁠⁠Activities⁠⁠ for creating a welcoming and inclusive class - Buy resources in my ⁠⁠TEACHER SHOP⁠⁠
Culture-Centered Teacher ⁠⁠WORKSHOPS⁠⁠ - Click ⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠ for more information
Ready to take action?
Grab your FREE "The Welcoming & Inclusive Classroom Checklist" at ⁠⁠https://customteachingsolutions.com/thechecklist⁠⁠

Schedule a free DISCOVERY CALL at ⁠⁠https://calendly.com/customteachingsolutions/35min⁠⁠

Check out ⁠⁠The Culture-Centered Teacher Workshops HERE⁠⁠!
CONNECT WITH ME:
Email - [email protected]
LinkedIN - ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/cts-custom-teaching-solutions/⁠⁠
Instagram - ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/iteachcustom/⁠⁠
Website - ⁠⁠https://customteachingsolutions.com⁠⁠
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March 30, 2023S3.E9 - 5 Strategies for effectively navigating complex conversations in your classroom
Tune in to this episode to learn about the two different types of complex conversations that occur in the class room and FIVE effective strategies for navigating them with students.
In this episode I mention:
FREE Guide - "Six Top Tips for Navigating Complex Conversations in the Classroom" - Get it HERE
Lesson Plan Coaching Call - Click ⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠ to schedule
⁠⁠Activities⁠⁠ for creating a welcoming and inclusive class - Buy resources in my ⁠⁠TEACHER SHOP⁠⁠
Culture-Centered Teacher ⁠⁠WORKSHOPS⁠⁠ - Click ⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠ for more information
Ready to take action?
Grab your FREE "The Welcoming & Inclusive Classroom Checklist" at ⁠⁠https://customteachingsolutions.com/thechecklist⁠⁠

Schedule a free DISCOVERY CALL at ⁠⁠https://calendly.com/customteachingsolutions/35min⁠⁠

Check out ⁠⁠The Culture-Centered Teacher Workshops HERE⁠⁠!
CONNECT WITH ME:
Email - [email protected]
LinkedIN - ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/cts-custom-teaching-solutions/⁠⁠
Instagram - ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/iteachcustom/⁠⁠
Website - ⁠⁠https://customteachingsolutions.com⁠⁠
**Custom Teaching Solutions is a affiliate for ⁠⁠Bookshop.org⁠⁠, which means we receive a commission on every sale that comes through our link at no additional cost to you.**
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18min
March 24, 2023S3.E8 - Show Your Students You Love Them by Using the Universal Love Language
How many times have you said, "I teach because I love my students"? Have you also broken down what that actually means or how you show this to your students? Jump into today's episode to learn about the universal love language that will help you create a welcoming and inclusive learning space all your students need to thrive academically and socially.
In this episode I mention:
"The Five Love Languages of Children" by Gary Chapman

The Love Language Quiz

⁠Unearthing Joy: A Guide to Culturally & Historically Responsive Teaching and Learning" by Dr. Gholdy Muhammad⁠

⁠Cultivating Genius: An Equity Framework for Culturally and Historically Responsive Literacy⁠
Lesson Plan Coaching Call - Click ⁠HERE⁠ to schedule
⁠Activities⁠ for creating a welcoming and inclusive class - Buy resources in my ⁠TEACHER SHOP⁠
Culture-Centered Teacher ⁠WORKSHOPS⁠ - Click ⁠HERE⁠ for more information
Ready to take action?
Grab your FREE "The Welcoming & Inclusive Classroom Checklist" at ⁠https://customteachingsolutions.com/thechecklist⁠

Schedule a free DISCOVERY CALL at ⁠https://calendly.com/customteachingsolutions/35min⁠

Check out ⁠The Culture-Centered Teacher Workshops HERE⁠!
CONNECT WITH ME:
Email - [email protected]
LinkedIN - ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/cts-custom-teaching-solutions/⁠
Instagram - ⁠https://www.instagram.com/iteachcustom/⁠
Website - ⁠https://customteachingsolutions.com⁠
**Custom Teaching Solutions is a affiliate for ⁠Bookshop.org⁠, which means we receive a commission on every sale that comes through our link at no additional cost to you.**
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March 15, 2023S3.E7 - 6 Dynamic Scholars You Should Know to Increase Capacity for Your Equity Journey
How do you increase your capacity to be more equity minded? How do you understand more deeply what it means to celebrate diversity? Where can you go for research based information about developing cultural competency? In this episode I will share about six scholars who continue to inspire my passion around this work in education.
In this episode I mention:
"Crossing Over to Canaan: The Journey of New Teachers in a Diverse Classroom" by Dr. Gloria Ladson-Billings

"Culturally Relevant Pedagogy: Asking a New Question" by Dr. Gloria Ladson-Billings

"Culturally Responsive Teaching: Theory, Research, and Practice" by Dr. Geneva Gay

"Windows, Mirrors, Sliding Glass Doors" by Dr. Rudine Sims Bishop

"Culturally Responsive Teaching & the Brain" by Zaretta Hammond

Unearthing Joy: A Guide to Culturally & Historically Responsive Teaching and Learning" by Dr. Gholdy Muhammad

Cultivating Genius: An Equity Framework for Culturally and Historically Responsive Literacy

"In All Lanes: Action Steps for New Leaders to Empower Black & Brown Students, Rethink School, and Transform Behavior" by Dr. Taryn Fletcher
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Ready to take action?
Grab your FREE "The Welcoming & Inclusive Classroom Checklist" at https://customteachingsolutions.com/thechecklist

Schedule a free DISCOVERY CALL at https://calendly.com/customteachingsolutions/35min

Check out The Culture-Centered Teacher Workshops HERE!
CONNECT WITH ME:
Email - [email protected]
LinkedIN - https://www.linkedin.com/company/cts-custom-teaching-solutions/
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/iteachcustom/
Website - https://customteachingsolutions.com
**Custom Teaching Solutions is a affiliate for Bookshop.org, which means we receive a commission on every sale that comes through our link at no additional cost to you.**
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March 08, 2023S3.E6 - Inspiring Power Questions: If not you, then who? If not now, when?
The two power questions in the title of this episode invite deep reflection and the creation of plans for action. Change and action can be challenging and scary, but they are most certainly worth it, especially when considering the positive impact the changes will have on the educational landscape. Are you ready for it?
In this episode I mention:
Unearthing Joy: A Guide to Culturally & Historically Responsive Teaching and Learning" by Dr. Gholdy Muhammad

Cultivating Genius: An Equity Framework for Culturally and Historically Responsive Literacy
Lesson Plan Coaching Call - Click HERE to schedule
Activities for creating a welcoming and inclusive class - Buy resources in my TEACHER SHOP
Culture-Centered Teacher WORKSHOPS - Click HERE for more information
Ready to take action?
Grab your FREE "The Welcoming & Inclusive Classroom Checklist" at https://customteachingsolutions.com/thechecklist

Schedule a free DISCOVERY CALL at https://calendly.com/customteachingsolutions/35min

Check out The Culture-Centered Teacher Workshops HERE!
CONNECT WITH ME:
Email - [email protected]
LinkedIN - https://www.linkedin.com/company/cts-custom-teaching-solutions/
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/iteachcustom/
Website - https://customteachingsolutions.com
**Custom Teaching Solutions is a affiliate for Bookshop.org, which means we receive a commission on every sale that comes through our link at no additional cost to you.**
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March 01, 2023S3.E5 - What starts with a courageous decision and ends with brave actions?
In this episode I am inviting you to fall in love with teaching again. I am inviting you to help your students fall in love with learning by centering joy and allowing for liberation that comes through discovery.
In this episode I mention:
Unearthing Joy: A Guide to Culturally & Historically Responsive Teaching and Learning" by Dr. Gholdy Muhammad

Pharrell Williams
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Ready to take action?
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Schedule a free DISCOVERY CALL at https://calendly.com/customteachingsolutions/35min

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CONNECT WITH ME:
Email - [email protected]
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Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/iteachcustom/
Website - https://customteachingsolutions.com
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February 22, 2023S3.E4 - Can you Center Black Joy while Teaching Hard History? with De'Ana Forbes
Join me in welcoming De'Ana Forbes to the podcast for an inspiring conversation about centering Black joy while teaching hard history honestly. De'Ana is a history teacher, creator of "Black History Month with Joy", a presenter, resource creator, and mother. De'Ana was inspired by the questions her students as her about Enslaved people and decided to write an e-book to answer these questions and support other educators who may be struggling to answer these same questions. Recently De'Ana was featured in an NPR article titled, "A Teacher in Virginia Highlights the Joyous Sides of the African American Experience".
If you are interested in connecting with De'Ana you can find her:
Instagram - @socialstudiesscholar
Website - www.socialstudiesscholar.com
E-Book - "Why Didn't Slaves Just Fight Back: Answering Questions Students Ask About American Slavery in the Secondary Classroom"
Teachers Pay Teachers - The Social Studies Scholar
NPR Feature - "A Teacher in Virginia Highlights the Joyous Sides of the African American Experience"
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In this episode I mentioned:
W.E.B DuBois
Carter G. Woodson
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
The Divine Nine
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Lesson Plan Coaching Call - Click HERE to schedule
Activities for creating a welcoming and inclusive class - Buy resources in my TEACHER SHOP
Culture-Centered Teacher WORKSHOPS - Click HERE for more information
Ready to take action?
Grab your FREE "Welcoming & Inclusive Classroom Checklist" at https://customteachingsolutions.com/thechecklist

Schedule a FREE DISCOVERY CALL - Click HERE
CONNECT WITH ME:
LinkedIN - https://www.linkedin.com/company/cts-custom-teaching-solutions/
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/iteachcustom/
Website - https://customteachingsolutions.com
**Custom Teaching Solutions is a affiliate for Bookshop.org, which means we receive a commission on every sale that comes through our link.**
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FAQs about The Culture-Centered Classroom:

How many episodes does The Culture-Centered Classroom have?

The podcast currently has 110 episodes available.