Episode 153: Cultural Responsiveness in the Arts Classroom Part 2
Laura and Matt GrundlerConnected Arts Networks (CAN)
Connecting students’ cultures, perspectives, and life experiences with what they learn in school is the focus of cultural responsiveness. All educators strive to create meaningful learning, diverse experiences, and inclusive environments for students but hearing from other educators in the field can be inspirational! In this episode, Oral Historian Dr. Mi’Jan Celie Tho-Biaz and Matt Grundler continue the conversation with New York City educators from NAEA’s Connected Arts Networks (CAN). Lidia Menniti and Catherine Plichta join the discussion about incorporating Cultural Responsiveness into classrooms. Listen in to explore their thoughts on how it cultivates empathy and supports students’ discovery of their interests.
About Connected Arts Networks (CAN): The National Art Education Association (NAEA), in partnership with the Educational Theater Association, National Association for Music Education, National Dance Education Organization, and NYC Department of Education’s Office of Arts and Special Projects has launched a nationwide initiative to create virtual Professional Learning Communities (PLCs). The goal of this Connected Arts Networks (CAN) is to build a sustainable model of professional learning to help teachers better serve students.
