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about 1 year ago
Views | I write this piece as a tribute to Dr. Boykin, to keep his legacy alive, and to proactively address how instruction/pedagogy/teaching must be culturally responsive rather than violent/harmful/traumatic. (by
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Instructional Violence Must End: Keeping the Legacy of A. Wade Boykin Alive
I write this piece as a tribute to Dr. Boykin, to keep his legacy alive, and to proactively address how instruction/pedagogy/teaching must be culturally responsive rather than violent/harmful/traumati...
https://www.diverseeducation.com/opinion/article/15737863/instructional-violence-must-end-keeping-the-legacy-of-a-wade-boykin-alive
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The EDU Ledger
11 months ago
Views | Despite educators' efforts to offer ‘open door policies’ or office hours, Black students may be anxious or embarrassed about reaching out. (by
@ehinesphd.bsky.social
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@drdonnayford.bsky.social
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Where is the Love? Compassionate Pedagogy is Needed Now More Than Ever BeforeTan
Despite educators' efforts to offer ‘open door policies’ or office hours, Black students may be anxious or embarrassed about reaching out.
https://www.diverseeducation.com/opinion/article/15742295/kdespite-educators-efforts-to-offer-open-door-policies-or-office-hours-black-students-may-be-anxious-or-embarrassed-about-reaching-out?utm_campaign=opinion&utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky
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The EDU Ledger
10 months ago
Views | Although there are programs and initiatives that aim to increase representation in
#STEM
, Black students in K-16 still see STEM as intimidating, out of reach and, sometimes, even an impossible aspiration. (by
@ehinesphd.bsky.social
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@drdonnayford.bsky.social
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Racialized Agency as a Buffer for K-16 Black Students in STEM
Although there are programs and initiatives that aim to increase representation in STEM, Black students in K-16 still see STEM as intimidating, out of reach and, sometimes, even an impossible aspirati...
https://www.diverseeducation.com/opinion/article/15746298/racialized-agency-as-a-buffer-for-k16-black-students-in-stem?utm_campaign=opinion&utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky
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7 months ago
"If you're looking for a compelling and comprehensive book on student loan debt, then look no further...” -
@drdonnayford.bsky.social
Pre-order your copy of "The Student Debt Crisis: America’s Moral Urgency" today:
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7 months ago
Views | As faculty, staff, and administrators who have committed our lives to serving under-resourced and minoritized populations on our campuses, many of us might feel like we are betwixt and between. (by
@drdonnayford.bsky.social
, Sydney Freeman Jr.)
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PUBLICATION ALERT
@erikhines.bsky.social
www.sengifted.org/post/underst...
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Understanding Socio-Emotional Learning Through a Cultural Lens: A Focus on Racial Identity Development
For many valid reasons, there has been an increased focus on socio-emotional learning (SEL) among students, especially since COVID-19. Accompanying issues pertaining to the pandemic, students are cont...
https://www.sengifted.org/post/understanding-socio-emotional-learning-through-a-cultural-lens-a-focus-on-racial-identity-developme?fbclid=IwY2xjawKPJPxleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBicmlkETFaMldHVDc2aXlkRHNFM2RIAR53kpIxS6tn8vDWM-nEIYlxwcqNR_pzXjG7f0RgRMiErrMeKkzhPd1NZ96bFg_aem_mH1WrAtKRD2evyewPk12Rg
10 months ago
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NO to MAGA: Angelou nails it! History, despite its wrenching pain, cannot be unlived, but if faced with courage, need not be lived again. Maya Angelou, On the Pulse of Morning
12 months ago
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ONE OF MY EARLY ARTICLES ON CREATING WELCOMING ENVIRONMENT FOR CULTURALLY DIFFERENT STUDENTS . ***NEEDED NOW MORE THAN EVER!!!
#CulturalDiversity
#education
#DEI
www.drdonnayford.com/_files/ugd/5...
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https://www.drdonnayford.com/_files/ugd/55c01c_812df6e2e5881607ae30b5b257b6a559.pdf
12 months ago
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If we can teach children how to be citizens, we damn sure can teach higher education students and adults!
news.osu.edu/teaching-kid...
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Teaching kids how to become better citizens
In our polarized society, a new study offers hope for the future: Even young children can learn to discuss and argue about meaningful problems in a respectful and productive way.Researchers at The Ohi...
https://news.osu.edu/teaching-kids-how-to-become-better-citizens/?category=Headline%20news&utm_source=sfmc&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=omc_faculty-staff-newsletter_fy25_oncampus-20250307&sfmc_key=0032E00002tKkoNQAS
12 months ago
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I absolutely LOVE this summary of my work and impact in gifted and talented education on behalf of Black students!! Hope you enjoy.
annhcolorado.com/2024/03/19/u...
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Underrepresentation and Inequity: The More Things Change, the More They Stay the Same, Dr. Donna Ford
Learn about Dr. Donna Y. Ford’s “Dirty Dozen” with regard to underrepresentation in gifted programs.
https://annhcolorado.com/2024/03/19/underrepresentation-and-inequity-the-more-things-change-the-more-they-stay-the-same-dr-donna-ford/
about 1 year ago
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Addressing curricular violence - trauma
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How to Address Trauma Related to Curriculum Violence
Learn how to address trauma from curriculum violence. Create a supportive environment with trauma-informed strategies.
https://teach.com/resources/addressing-student-trauma-curriculum-violence/
about 1 year ago
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Pleased to share our paper! In @diverseissues
www.diverseeducation.com/opinion/arti...
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Fidelity Matters: Assessing Anti-Racism/Anti-Oppression in P-12 and Higher Education
In our quest for anti-racist academic organizations from preschool to higher education, we have urged educators to develop competencies - dispositions, knowledge, and skills - to put philosophy into p...
https://www.diverseeducation.com/opinion/article/15711667/fidelity-matters-assessing-antiracismantioppression-in-p12-and-higher-education
about 1 year ago
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***MUST READ**** Helping Black clients deal with racial trauma from anti-Blackness!!
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APA PsycNet
https://psycnet.apa.org/record/2025-56012-001
about 1 year ago
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Important topic and read on Black males in higher education.
@diverseissues.bsky.social
www.diverseeducation.com/opinion/arti...
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They Don’t Really Care About Us? Ensuring a Better Connection Between Research, Policy, and Practice to Ensure Success for Black Men in Higher Education
There is deep concern about the status of Black men in higher education.
https://www.diverseeducation.com/opinion/article/15712829/they-dont-really-care-about-us-ensuring-a-better-connection-between-research-policy-and-practice-to-ensure-success-for-black-men-in-higher-education?utm_campaign=DIV25%20DAILY%20JAN%2021%20-%20JAN.%2024%20%28NO%20RECAP%29%20FINAL&utm_medium=email&utm_source=Eloqua
about 1 year ago
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SIGH...views about racism in Britain. A frustrating read. Racism is a PANDEMIC!
www.theguardian.com/books/2025/j...
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Are we a racist society? The majority of us say no – but science begs to differ
Although greater awareness of prejudice would suggest we are less bigoted than ever, empirical evidence indicates not
https://www.theguardian.com/books/2025/jan/18/keon-west-science-of-racism-book-extract
about 1 year ago
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More
#racism
in schools - California HS!! APPALLING. Disgusting. Inhumane.
atlantablackstar.com/2024/12/23/b...
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'Felt It Was Like the KKK Trying to Break In’: Mob of White Students Disrupt Black Student Union Meeting with Hateful Chant, Video Shows
Two Black teachers at Beverly Hills High School in California filed a formal complaint with the school district alleging harassment and racial
https://atlantablackstar.com/2024/12/23/black-students-and-teachers-at-california-high-school-face-turds-and-slurs/
about 1 year ago
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www.diverseeducation.com/opinion/arti...
Great paper in
@diverseissues.bsky.social
by Jason Segrest on STEM and Black cultural wealth. Much appreciation to
@jamalwatson.bsky.social
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Transforming Barriers into Assets: Prioritizing the Cultural Wealth of Black Students in STEM
For too long, negative stereotypes have fueled the belief that Black students lack preparedness for postsecondary STEM environments.
https://www.diverseeducation.com/opinion/article/15711168/transforming-barriers-into-assets-prioritizing-the-cultural-wealth-of-black-students-in-stem
about 1 year ago
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STEM equity video. Ending miseducation
www.youtube.com/watch?v=fe9Q...
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Fostering STEM Engagement Among Gifted and Talented Black Students
YouTube video by Erik Hines
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fe9QoA71JQU
about 1 year ago
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CULTURALLY RESPONSIVE MENTAL HEALTH
www.diverseeducation.com/opinion/arti...
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A Call to Action: Higher Education Must Implement Culturally Responsive Mental Health Practices
Racially minoritized students who attend PWIs often report feelings of isolation, marginalization, lack of support, and exclusion from faculty and peers.
https://www.diverseeducation.com/opinion/article/15709164/a-call-to-action-higher-education-must-implement-culturally-responsive-mental-health-practices?utm_campaign=opinion&utm_medium=social&utm_source=linkedin
over 1 year ago
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PUBLICATION ALERT inspiring Black students with young Black STEM trailblazers
over 1 year ago
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New video series coming soon - addressing racial inequities in schools.
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over 1 year ago
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