Building Mirrors and Windows
Children Seeing Themselves and Others in the Literature that We Teach
Keynote speaker, Dr. Muhammad will discuss the history and purpose of diverse literacy in classroom libraries, in addition to how to vet current materials for biases and in turn, use inclusive texts to aid in instructional practices. In addition, there will be three breakout sessions (PreK-5, 6-12, and Administration). Registrants will choose one breakout session to attend and hear from Michigan educators and administrators about real-life applications of diverse literature in and outside of classrooms, funding, and much more. Breakout sessions include live Q & A opportunities.
thurSDAY, february 25
9:00 a.m. – 9:05 a.m. Michigan Department of Education Welcome
9:05 a.m. – 10:05 a.m. Keynote Speaker: Dr. Gholdy Muhammad
10:05 a.m. – 10:15 a.m. BREAK
10:15 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Breakout Sessions Presentations
11:00 a.m. – 11:10 a.m. BREAK
11:10 a.m. – 11:25 a.m. Live Q&A Session Within Breakout Sessions
11:25 a.m. – 11:55 a.m. Return to Mainstage to learn about Diversity Resources in Michigan and How to Use Them
11:55 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Closing Comments from Michigan Department of Education