References
This reference list is part of Navigating Tough Topics in the Classroom: Tips for ELL Educators.
Krasnoff, Basha. (2016). Culturally Responsive Teaching: A Guide to Evidence-Based Practices for Teaching All Student Equitably. Region X Equity Assistance Center, Education Northwest Retrieved from: http://educationnorthwest.org/sites/default/files/resources/culturally-responsive-teaching.pdf
Learning for Justice. (2018) Speak Up at School: How to Respond to Everyday Prejudice, Bias and Stereotypes. Retrieved from: https://www.learningforjustice.org/sites/default/files/2019-04/TT-Speak-Up-Guide.pdf
Education Alliance at Brown University. Principles for Culturally Responsive Teaching. Retrieved from: https://www.brown.edu/academics/education-alliance/teaching-diverse-learners/strategies-0/culturally-responsive-teaching-0
Mora-Flores, Eugenia and Dewing, Stephanie. A Guide to Welcoming and Engaging Newcomers. Shell Education: Huntington Beach, CA. 2023.
National Education Association. (Third Edition, 2011). Culture Abilities Resilience Effort: Strategies for Closing the Achievement Gaps. Retrieved from http://www.nea.org/assets/docs/CAREguide2011.pdf
Special Education Guide. “Building Self-Esteem in Children with Special Needs.” Retrieved from: https://www.specialeducationguide.com/pre-k-12/behavior-and-classroom-management/building-self-esteem-in-children-with-special-needs/
Series: What are good strategies teachers can use when exploring "controversial" topics? Fall 2016. Compiled by Larry Ferlazzo for Education Week.
Response: Teachers Lose 'Credibility' if we Don't Address 'Controversial' Topics. Contributors: Lorena Germán, Adeyemi Stembridge, Stephen Lazar, Jen Schwanke and Aubrie Rojee. Oct. 28, 2016. http://blogs.edweek.org/teachers/classroom_qa_with_larry_ferlazzo/2016/10/response_teachers_lose_credibility_if_we_dont_address_controversial_topics.html
Response: 'Fear' Should Not Stop Us From Exploring 'Controversial' Topics in School. Contributors: Gabriella Corales, Tom Rademacher, Martha Caldwell, Oman Frame, Danny Woo, Paul Barnwell, and Kathleen Neagle Sokolowski. Oct. 30, 2016. http://blogs.edweek.org/teachers/classroom_qa_with_larry_ferlazzo/2016/10/response_fear_should_not_stop_us_from_exploring_controversial_topics_in_school.html
Response: Teachers Should Examine 'Biases' When Discussing 'Sensitive' Topics. Contributors: Dominique Williams, Matthew Homrich-Knieling, Meg White, Kristina J. Doubet, Jessica A. Hockett, Vance Austin, Stephanie Smith. Nov. 1, 2016. http://blogs.edweek.org/teachers/classroom_qa_with_larry_ferlazzo/2016/11/teachers_should_examine_biases_when_discussing_sensitive_topics.html
Response: 'Don't Avoid Controversial Topics' in School. Contributors: Sara Ahmed, Jennifer Borgioli, Kevin Scott, Erik M. Francis, Phil Hunsberger, Jackie Walsh, Beth Sattes, Dave Stuart Jr. Nov. 5, 2016. http://blogs.edweek.org/teachers/classroom_qa_with_larry_ferlazzo/2016/11/response_controversial_topics_should_not_be_avoided_in_school.html
Response: It's 'Vital' for Teachers to 'Integrate Controversial Topics Into Lessons'. Contributors: Meg Riordan, Lymaris Santana, Sarah Thomas, and Thomas Armstrong. Nov. 7, 2016. http://blogs.edweek.org/teachers/classroom_qa_with_larry_ferlazzo/2016/11/response_its_vital_for_teachers_to_integrate_controversial_topics_into_lessons.html