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Teaching as Activism, Teaching as Care
I have begun to feel helpless during this time. But I never felt helpless as a teacher.
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Introducing the Fall 2018 Issue of Teaching Tolerance Magazine
Our Fall issue has something for everyone. Whether you want to take action in support of undocumented students and families, update your understanding of white privilege, learn about a new lynching memorial’s haunting history lesson, or help your students identify as voters from a young age, these stories offer the background you need to get informed and involved in the issues that affect your students’ lives.
- What Is White Privilege, Really?
- A Museum. A Memorial. A Message.
- Closing the Diversity Gap
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The First Issue of ‘Learning for Justice’ Magazine Is Here!
At this critical moment in K-12 education, we’re thrilled to introduce the inaugural issue of Learning for Justice magazine. Our Fall 2021 issue highlights key lessons learned from this past year—lessons that the education community can carry forward to help create safe and inclusive learning spaces. Be inspired by messages of hope, solidarity and activism that can aid in the transformational work needed to create the just future that all students deserve.
- A Message From Our Director
- We Can Create Change Together
- Envisioning School Safety Without Police
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Cooperative and Collaborative Learning
Effective collaborative learning requires planning to avoid existing racial, gender, socio-economic, linguistic, academic or other divisions within the classroom.
May 23, 2023
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Modeling Democracy
In West Virginia, many teachers are frustrated with the state legislature's attitude toward public education. By taking collective action with a statewide strike, these teachers model for students how to stand up and speak out for their rights.
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Just Human
A recent hospital stay led this educator to reflect on the ways in which she does—and does not—truly see her students.
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Getting Ready for the 2018 Midterm Election
Even if your students are too young to vote, there are plenty of ways they can get involved in the last few days of this year's election season. Try sharing our Voting and Voices pledge and Story Corner video to encourage them to talk with their families about voting. Or check out our Voting and Voices classroom resources for ready-to-use lessons, texts and activities that can get students of all ages excited about Tuesday's elections!
- Pledge to Participate!
- Having the Talk
- Voting and Voices Classroom Resources
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A Garden of Honor
Latino students in East L.A. plant a tribute to Japanese Americans.
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Adapt Scaffolding to Early Childhood
As a teacher, being responsive to each child’s needs, strengths and interests requires knowing each child and the developmentally appropriate strategies for each child.