“Hidden Blind Spots: Systematically Confronting the Inequities Faced by Linguistically and Culturally Diverse Populations”, presented by Alexandra Guilamo – Friday, December 7, 2018
It is such an honor to be able to present this interactive workshop designed to give educational leaders the tools to systematically
confront issues of access and equity faced by linguistically and culturally diverse studentsby:
- exploring our own identities and attitudes about linguistically and culturally diverse
populations; - constructing a model that defines the extent to which blind spots (or entrenched
perceptions) are (1) created by experiences, (2) utilized to shape our judgments and
beliefs, and (3) applied unconsciously as we make decisions that limit access and
opportunity; - drawing conclusions about the impact of our blind spots on range of educational
decisions such as program models, language policies, instructional practices,
curricular materials, providing opportunities for intervention and acceleration, and
more; - developing tools to advocate and respond to inequities faced by linguistically and
culturally diverse populations; - developing action steps for systematically recognizing and confronting blind spots to
ensure all learners have access to an educational experience that unlocks their full
potential.