Congratulations to the following faculty for completing Creating an Inclusive and Supportive Online Learning Environment, one of four courses available in ACUE's Course in Effective Online Teaching Practices. Modules in this 8-week course present practices for welcoming students to online learning, promoting civil online learning environments, ensuring equitable access online learning, helping students persist in online learning, embracing diversity in online learning, providing useful feedback for online learning, and checking for student understanding in online learning.
WSSU's Center for Innovative and Transformative Instruction will host the 2023 Annual Meeting for IDEAx on Friday, December 8, 2023. The Instructional Development Educational Alliance Exchange (IDEAx) is a learning science and professional development community. This fall our meeting will focus on the sharing of knowledge, skills and technology use on our respective campuses. In preparation for the meeting, we invite you to register by Friday, November 24, 2023.
📚 Book of the Month
The Journey of Kamau Miller: HipHop Composite Counterstories for Black Men Teachers is a powerful and deeply personal narrative that follows the life of Kamau Miller, a resilient third-grade teacher from New York City. Set against the backdrop of Edenwald Projects, the Bronx, and a HipHop-infused soundtrack, the book uncovers the hardships, triumphs, and pivotal moments in Kamau’s life.
Readers are invited into Kamau’s world as he navigates the challenges of being a Black men teacher, the impact of HipHop culture, and the journey of self-discovery. The book weaves together themes of identity, education, community, and empowerment while paying homage to the legacy of Derrick A. Bell. Written with unapologetic creativity, this work engages readers with its accessible, engaging, and thought-provoking storytelling. It’s a celebration of Black men teachers, their experiences, and the potential for change and progress in education.
Kamau Miller not only serves as a testament to the resilience and strength of Black male teachers but also as a tribute to the countless voices waiting to be seen and heard. “The Journey of Kamau Miller” offers an inspiring and transformative reading experience, shedding light on the complexities of life, love, and the pursuit of making a meaningful impact in the world of education.