Salsa dancing in gym shoes: A critical conversation about students, culture, and education
Document Type
Presentation
Journal/Book Title/Conference
The Critical Conversations in Policy and Social Justice
Publisher
CUC Center for Policy and Social Justice
Location
Chicago, River Forest, IL
Publication Date
4-18-2015
Abstract
Helping teachers effectively "navigate the open dance floor" between themselves and their Latino students is the main objective of this work. The text guides teachers - both pre-service and current teachers - through thoughtful experiences and personal essays that reveal new perspectives. 86% of classroom teachers are white, middle-class females, unfamiliar with the Latino experience and culturally unprepared to engage students and their families. Our presenters will lead a dialogue that explores cultural missteps that hinder the academic achievement of Latinos, and examine ways to address a widening achievement gap.
Recommended Citation
Oberg De La Garza, T., Lavigne, A. L, & Garcia Ansani, E. (2015, March). Salsa dancing in gym shoes: A critical conversation about students, culture, and education. Critical Conversations in Policy and Social Justice Series hosted by the Center for Policy & Social Justice. Concordia University – Chicago, River Forest, IL.
