Tiered Discussion Prompts & Vocab for Wilkerson's "Caste"
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Educators can utilize "Caste" as a supplementary resource to enrich their curriculum, promoting the goals outlined in ESSA related to cultural competence, critical thinking, and a well-rounded education. By aligning lessons with state and local standards, educators can ensure comprehensive coverage of educational objectives and provide students with a holistic learning experience.
Incorporating lessons from "Caste" into staff professional development allows principals to support their educators in meeting educational goals, promoting inclusivity, enhancing teaching practices, preparing for challenging conversations, and aligning with national standards. By investing in the professional growth of their staff, principals can create a school environment that fosters equity, empathy, and critical thinking skills among students.
This lesson is an excerpt from the full Study Guide available on Amazon that includes chapter-by-chapter questions tiered in Bloom's Taxonomy style. The WFH Anti-Racism Action Guide also offers Speech and Debate Coaches dynamic prompts and Student Government Sponsors proven service project ideas.
**National Standards:**
- Social Studies Standards: The NCSS C3 Framework provides guidance, with standards such as Time, Continuity, and Change aligning with themes in "Caste."
- History Standards: National History Standards like Historical Comprehension and Historical Analysis and Interpretation may be relevant, depending on the era or theme covered.
- English Language Arts Standards: Common Core State Standards for Reading: Informational Text, such as determining a central idea or author's point of view, may align with "Caste."
- Ethical and Moral Reasoning: Standards related to critical thinking and analysis, such as reading closely and evaluating arguments, are applicable.
- Critical Thinking and Analysis: Standards for integrating and evaluating multiple sources of information support the goals of "Caste" and broader educational frameworks.
