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Madda, Christina L.; Skinner, Elizabeth A.; Schultz, Brian D. – New Educator, 2012
In this article, we argue that preparing and maintaining a cadre of culturally responsive teachers is critical to improving urban education and achieving educational equity. We discuss a collaborative, social-justice-oriented approach to teacher preparation committed to developing a stable and effective teaching force reflective of the student…
Descriptors: Urban Schools, Urban Education, Teacher Characteristics, Cultural Awareness
Sharpe, Matthew – Teachers & Writers, 2000
Describes a 90-minute lesson on urban nature writing that was taught as part of a 12-week journal writing course for middle school students. Notes class discussions debating "what is natural" as an inspiration for "urban nature writing." Considers differences in discussion between the grade levels 6-8. Concludes that benefits…
Descriptors: Creative Writing, English Instruction, Grade 7, Group Discussion
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Brozo, William G.; Walter, Patricia; Placker, Teri – Journal of Adolescent & Adult Literacy, 2002
Attempts to help students think critically about violence and masculinity in order to point out options for life beyond their urban neighborhood. Builds activities around events and characters from the book chapters, striving to bring the seventh graders to a broader awareness of the prevalence of violent masculinities. (SG)
Descriptors: Adolescent Literature, Black Students, Case Studies, Critical Thinking
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Scheinok, Perry A. – Mathematics Teacher, 1988
Describes the probability and statistics component of an experimental mathematical science and communications program. Some of the successes and failures are considered. (PK)
Descriptors: Educational Games, Grade 7, Mathematics Curriculum, Mathematics Education