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DIVERSITY SEMINARS FOR LEADERS Featured Seminar for Education Leaders Understanding Muslim Students: Fostering an Inclusive Environment   “Schools and districts should promote professional learning that deepens [the] understanding about the culture of the community and how to best meet their needs.” - Study of Availability and Effectiveness of Cultural Competency Training, WestEd and ROCKMAN ET AL Introducing a new series of professional development seminars for educational institutions committed to diversity. Designed for K-12 district administrators and teachers as well as faculty in colleges and schools of education, department chairs, deans and pre-service teachers, this seminar provides valuable information and resources for improving interaction with Muslim students and their families, while helping build an inclusive learning environment for all students. Description This seminar begins with a conversation about common stereotypes relating to Muslims and their faith followed by an overview of Muslim traditions and practices, as well as pertinent contemporary issues, and their implications for Muslim students. The seminar covers federal laws and education codes pertaining to teaching about religion. It also addresses the topic of religious practice in the public school system, and provides suggestions for do’s and don’ts. It concludes with tips for interacting with Muslim students in a post 9/11 environment while ensuring an inclusive and safe learning environment for all students where they can fulfill their potential and perform their best. Educators and administrative leaders will have the opportunity to share their experiences about teaching in today’s diverse classrooms. Benefits
K-12 school district administrators and staff; K-12 teachers and higher education faculty; deans and department chairs in colleges and schools of education; pre-service teachers Format Workshop Length: 2 hours Number of Participants: 20 or more Available: onsite or webinar (on-demand video to come) Fee $95 per person LIMITED OFFER $48 per person from March 1, 2010 through June 30, 2010 Resource Kit*
For More Information Email diversityseminars@ing.org or call 408.296.7312. Register for Diversity Seminars for Education Leaders Or contact ING at diversityseminars@ing.org to host one at your educational institution.
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