In this module, you explored the foundational concepts of CR Pedagogy and its pivotal role in fostering inclusive and equitable learning environments. You explored foundational frameworks and practical strategies that challenge traditional teaching paradigms, aiming to honour and celebrate the diverse cultural assets students bring to the classroom. Additionally, you engaged in critical self-reflection to consider how your own teaching can become more culturally responsive. By integrating these principles into your teaching practice, you can create a learning space where all students feel valued, respected, and capable of achieving their highest potential.
As noted at the beginning of this module, by the end of this module you should be able to:
- Identify the key frameworks that underpin culturally responsive pedagogy and its importance in fostering inclusive learning environments.
- Identify practical strategies for implementing culturally relevant pedagogy into your teaching.
- Critically reflect on your own teaching practices and consider how to make them more culturally responsive.
Final Thoughts and Thanks
Thank you for engaging with this module. We hope it has inspired you to cultivate a more inclusive educational environment. Remember, this journey does not end here. As you continue to grow and evolve as an educator, keep reflecting, learning, and striving to create a classroom where every student can thrive. The path to becoming a culturally responsive educator is ongoing, and your commitment to this work will make a lasting impact on your students and the broader educational community.
Reflection 7
To end this module, we have one final reflection prompt for you to consider, note your answer to question 7 in your Reflection Journal:
Further Resources on this topic:
Dessources, J. (2017, April 10). TrillEDU: Culturally responsive pedagogy… [Video]. TEDxNewJerseyCityUniversity. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4KrxfcW7Irg
Gay, G. (2013, May 20). Cultural diversity [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qjMMpriR16s
Han, H. S., Vomvoridi-Ivanović, E., Jacobs, J., Karanxha, Z., Lypka, A., Topdemir, C., & Feldman, A. (2014). Culturally Responsive Pedagogy in Higher Education: A Collaborative Self-Study. Studying Teacher Education, 10(3), 290–312. https://doi.org/10.1080/17425964.2014.958072
Hall, J. N., Avent, C. M., Boyce, A. S., & Acheampong, K. O. (2023). Culturally responsive evaluation teaching and learning in higher education: A higher calling. New Directions for Evaluation, 2023(180), 85-92. https://doi.org/10.1002/ev.20574
Krasnoff, B. (2016, March). Culturally responsive teaching: A guide to evidence-based practices for teaching all students equitably. Region X Equity Assistance Center, Education Northwest. https://educationnorthwest.org/resources/culturally-responsive-teaching-guide-evidence-based-practices-teaching-all-students
Larke, P. (2013). Culturally Responsive Teaching in Higher Education: What Professors Need to Know. Counterpoints, 391, 38–50. http://www.jstor.org/stable/42981435
Smith, D. R., & Ayers, D. F. (2006). Culturally responsive pedagogy and online learning: Implications for the globalized community college. Community College Journal of Research and Practice, 30(5–6), 401–415. https://doi.org/10.1080/10668920500442125
Taneri, P. O., & Özbek, Ö.Y. (2023). Promoting Diversity and Culturally Responsive Pedagogy in Higher Education. International Journal of Turkish Education Sciences, (21), 765-813. https://doi.org/10.46778/goputeb.1333036
Xie, J., & Ferguson, Y. (2022). STEM faculty’s perspectives on adopting culturally responsive pedagogy. Teaching in Higher Education, 1-19. https://doi.org/10.1080/13562517.2022.2129960