January 9th, 10th, 11th, 2008  

Meeting the Instructional Needs of Underachieving African American Students: An Introduction to Culturally Responsive Teaching and Learning (K-8)

A 3-day Institute Sponsored by Webster University's School of Education, St. Louis, MO.

Program Overview For most participants, culturally and linguistically responsive teaching (CLR) is a new concept that is often misunderstood. Our approach is to blend the historic underpinnings of the African American student experience with modern and innovative instructional methods -instructional strategies proven to work with this traditionally under-performing student population. Participants gain an introductory understanding of the socio-historic connection to present-day systemic failure and why culturally and linguistically responsive teaching is needed.

Download Registration form here or call 323-756-9330 to register by phone.