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The Dangers of a Single Story
The Dangers of a Single Story
Consider the following:
What is the single story told of Baltimore? Baltimore's youth? Baltimore's schools?
How are our students affected by this single story?
What are the single stories told about you?
How are you personally affected by this single story?
How are we as educators affected by this single story?
What is education's role in disrupting the single story?
Moving Away From Damage-Centered Narratives
Moving Away From Damage-Centered Narratives
Consider the following:
In what ways do single stories perpetuate damage-centered narratives?
Who has the power to define people and communities in America?
Who does not?What affect does it have on populations to be defined by another?
What is problematic about damage-centered narratives?
What is to be gained by shifting away from such narratives?
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How might we use education as a tool for empowerment?
How might we use education as a tool for empowerment?
Consider the following:
How might we use education as a tool to empower our students and elevate their voices?
How could you incorporate the tenants and suggestions found in this presentation into your specific content area?
What tools would you need to incorporate the tenants and suggestions from the presentation into your specific content area?
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