About Module 1: Asset Based Approach
The purpose of using an asset-based approach in this module is to create a supportive and inclusive learning environment that empowers participants to recognize and value their cultural wealth, foster a sense of belonging, build ownership of learning, develop collaborative skills, and use validation tools.By implementing these strategies, educators can create a more equitable and empowering learning experience that fosters the academic and personal growth of all participants.
Chapter 1: Getting Started
2 Lessons
Virtual Gallery Walk is an active learning strategy where students move in groups or individually through different stations where questions and prompts are posted for students to share knowledge and work collaboratively. This exercise, a “gallery walk” icebreaker, is called “Conocimiento” and is used in Catch the Next trainings and has its origins in the Chicano movement, where it was used as a way to foster dialogue and understanding among those gathered to work for the Movimiento. This activity also includes questions to facilitate setting norms in the classroom.
The primary objective of this module is to equip educators with a diverse range of teaching strategies and approaches that can be adapted to meet the needs of diverse learners. By providing a variety of techniques, such as strong lines, popcorn reading, free-writing prompts, quick writes, think-pair-share, jigsaw reading, gallery walks, exit tickets, and muddy paper, this module aims to increase student engagement, differentiate instruction, promote critical thinking and problem-solving, enhance communication skills, and build community.
Chapter 2: Cultural Sustaining Pedagogy
1 Lesson
This session will explore an asset-based approach to education, focusing on recognizing and valuing students' cultural capital. We will delve into key theories and practices that can help educators create inclusive and empowering learning environments.