CRS Resource Repository

This article defines equity in the classroom, why it is important, and how to reinforce it. Teachers should consider taking on "hard" conversations about equity, adapting to different learning styles, and urging all students to participate, even if it is not verbally in front of the whole class.

The article recommends 9 digital innovations for teaching maths. They are digital apps for teaching elementary to high school maths. They include Blooket, Reflex, PearDeck, PolyPad, Prodigy, DeltaMath, Desmos, IXL and EdPuzzle. They can be useful to Math teachers in explanations and help students build foundational skills as they arouse curiosity in the lessons.

Offers practical steps for creating a more inclusive and responsive educational environment by focusing on diverse curricula, school climate, teacher recruitment, and family engagement. It emphasizes the importance of reflecting cultural diversity in all aspects of the school experience to ensure equitable learning opportunities for all students.

School leaders and teachers can use this checklist to evaluate their school environment and make changes to ensure it is a welcoming and affirming environment. There are guiding questions that fall under the categories: Inclusive Language, Stopping Mean Words and Actions, Diverse Books and Images, and School and Classroom Climate – Setting a Positive, Inclusive Tone for All.

The article provides six practical strategies for building a welcoming and inclusive classroom community, such as creating a shared vision and norms, getting to know students' backgrounds and cultures, incorporating student experiences and perspectives in the curriculum, and creating a safe and supportive learning environment. The resource also emphasizes the importance of building trusting relationships with families and communities and involving them in the education process.

This blog post builds off Stembridge’s (2020) six themes of CRE to present a conceptual framework for the design and evaluation of classroom formative and summative assessments that follow from culturally responsive teaching and learning experiences.

The "Social Justice Standards" framework provided by "Learning for Justice" is designed to help educators create inclusive and equitable learning environments for all students. The framework consists of a set of guiding principles and learning outcomes that promote social justice education and equity. The standards are organized into four domains: Identity, Diversity, Justice, and Action. Each domain includes a set of standards that outline what students should know and be able to do in order to become socially responsible and active members of their communities.

The framework includes four dimensions, which are cultural awareness, knowledge of students' cultural backgrounds, culturally responsive curriculum and instruction, and empowering students. The resource provides practical strategies for implementing culturally responsive teaching, such as using culturally relevant materials, building strong relationships with students, and fostering a positive classroom culture. The article emphasizes the importance of understanding the cultural context of students' lives and creating a classroom environment that promotes equity and inclusivity.

This is a publication by The Leadership Academy discussing eight (8) culturally responsive leadership actions. The actions can be used to support school systems in developing and integrating their vision for equity into the day to day work of leadership, to coach education leaders in developing the skills, knowledge, and dispositions necessary for equity-focused leadership, and to develop professional learning plans for individual leaders or groups of system leaders based on specific needs or developmental priorities.

Offers practical resources to help educators address systemic racism and promote equity in schools. The guide includes lesson plans, videos, and strategies to support teachers in creating inclusive classrooms that affirm students' identities and challenge inequities.

The article provides examples of culturally responsive teaching strategies and offers guidance on how educators can implement these strategies in their classrooms.

The article provides a framework for teachers to create equitable classrooms that prioritize student learning and success. The framework consists of four components: creating a culture of high expectations, establishing a supportive learning environment, designing rigorous and relevant instruction, and using data to drive continuous improvement. The framework encourages teachers to differentiate their instruction to meet the needs of all learners and to use data to guide their decision-making.

A Portrait of a Culturally Responsive School" outlines eight key action areas for school leaders to cultivate environments where all students, regardless of race, ethnicity, language, or identity, can achieve academic, social, and emotional success. These areas encompass fostering high expectations, cultural competence, sociopolitical awareness, equitable access, inclusive curriculum, supportive learning environments, professional development, and community engagement

​The video "Anti Bias Curriculum Considerations with HHRC," produced by the Maine Department of Education in collaboration with the Holocaust and Human Rights Center of Maine (HHRC), offers guidance for educators on implementing anti-bias curricula in schools. It emphasizes the importance of integrating diverse perspectives, fostering critical thinking, and creating inclusive learning environments that reflect the experiences and histories of all students

The book provides guidance on how to create an inclusive curriculum that reflects the diverse backgrounds and experiences of students. It provides practical strategies for creating an inclusive and culturally-responsive learning environment that supports the academic success of all students.