Diversity
Find resources to help build an inclusive school community for students from different cultural, socioeconomic, and linguistic backgrounds and for children with unique instructional needs.
Mistakes I Used to Make in Digital Accessibility—and How to Fix Them
A former teacher shares how she unknowingly created digital content that was hard for students with disabilities to understand, and what to do instead.266Addressing Islamophobia and Anti-Semitism in K–12 Schools
Teachers can help reduce bullying and stereotyping and ensure that all students feel a sense of belonging in school.138The Benefits of Defining Inclusion With Your Students
Teachers can facilitate conversations to ensure that students feel welcomed, heard, and valued in the classroom.4325
Why Black Teachers Walk Away
Teachers of color are leaving the profession at staggering rates. A new study highlights some of the reasons why.15.6k
Preparing for Cultural Diversity: Resources for Teachers
How can teachers prepare for diverse classrooms? There isn't a definitive answer, but there is a wealth of resources online. Discover some helpful links for teachers.17.1k
Teaching Young Children About Bias, Diversity, and Social Justice
Use young children’s understanding of differences to teach social justice through age-appropriate literature, news stories, anti-bias lessons, familiar examples, and problem solving.17.2kDo’s & Don’ts for Teaching English-Language Learners
In an excerpt from his book with fellow teacher Katie Hull Sypnieski, blogger Larry Ferlazzo looks at a few basic ways to reach students who are learning English as well as the subject at hand.13.5kSchools Struggle to Support LGBTQ Students
Recent research finds the majority of teachers want to help LGBTQ students but don’t always know how.10.1kHow Does Poverty Influence Learning?
Poverty-related factors that intervene in students' ability to learn include health and well-being, limited literacy and language development, access to material resources, and level of mobility.13.1kWhy Teachers of Color Matter for Students of Color to Succeed
Research shows that having a teacher of color can help students of color reach better outcomes; but the benefits extend to all young people, preparing them to live and work in an increasingly diverse society.5.5kEquity vs. Equality: 6 Steps Toward Equity
Ideas include knowing every child, celebrating their potential, recognizing their challenges, acknowledging inequity, and using culture as a resource.11.2k4 Ways to Build Relationships With Students Whose Backgrounds Differ From Yours
Care, respect, and a thoughtful approach that appreciates the diversity within the classroom work together to promote strong relationships.600Using Picture Books to Make Your Classroom More Welcoming
Picture books can help elementary teachers address sensitive topics such as learning differences and diverse family structures.346Preparing Staff for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Initiatives
Getting teacher buy-in is the most important step, and laying the groundwork for frank conversations will help administrators start.3.1kHelping Kids Celebrate Diversity Through Authentic Portraits
When educators are intentional about teaching kids to see and represent differences, the students—and their works of art—blossom.2.7k
