CRT610 Principles of Culturally Responsive Classrooms and Teaching (3 cr.)

Prerequisite(s): CRT605  
This course examines strategies to create an inclusive classroom environment that is responsive and relevant to students and their families and the ways in which all students learn. The course focuses on the linguistic, social, emotional, and academic systems in school communities for creating a community of learners.

Upon completion of the course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Identify principles and strategies essential for creating a culturally responsive classroom.
2. Analyze the relationship among the lived experiences of learners in school, home, and community that impact student engagement and achievement.
3. Articulate the concepts related to a learner-centered approach to teaching and learning that incorporates cultural, linguistic, and community values.
4. Identify individual perspectives, biases, and strengths to facilitate more effective teaching.