LibGuides UFV: Culturally Responsive Pedagogy: 5: Model High Expectations for All Students

Practitioner Reflections

To develop this competency, explore activities and resources that help you answer the following questions:

How do my I communicate that I have high expectations for students of all backgrounds, even those who have historically struggled?
How do I help students develop high expectations for themselves?
How do I ensure no students disengage from learning?
What supports and scaffolds do I provide to ensure that all students are able to meet rigorous outcome goals?

Adapted from:

Expectation and compassion: two sides of the coin for successful learning outcomes
Celia Ann Evans explains how instructors can balance compassion with high expectations to guide students to better learning gains. [From Website]
Fostering Meaningful Feedback through the Critical Response Process
In this article, we explore the Critical Response Process, a four-step process for engaging with artistic works in progress. Founded on the principle that both artists and responders play active roles in feedback, this process is designed to promote discovery and help students learn how to engage in a responsive feedback dialogue with others. [From Author]

The Warm Demander Chart
This chart is from Zaretta Hammond’s book, Culturally Responsive Teaching and the Brain (p.99). It can be used as a reflective tool for instructors to self-assess their teaching approach.
7 Things Teachers say to create a supportive classroom
The things teachers say can cut deeply or build a lasting foundation for success. Here are seven teacher-tested expressions to try this year. [From Author]