The Power of Perspectives: A Call to Humanize Teaching & Learning

What does it mean to care? Can raising our level of care help us humanize teaching and learning? In this session, participants will learn the importance of and how to raise their level of care. Through the use of thinking routines, intentional reflection, and action-based care, participants will glean the perspectives of those in their sphere of influence. 

Session Objectives:

• Participants will learn about raising their level of care.
• Participants will use thinking routines to learn different perspectives.

Presenter: Lachanda Garrison is a 2nd grade teacher leader at Bahrain Elementary School in Manama, Bahrain.  Lachanda believes weaving her students’ stories and identities into lessons is the best instructional tool, ensuring all students receive an equitable education.  She meets students’ needs by being trauma-informed, resilience-focused, and culturally responsive so students can learn and thrive both inside and outside of the classroom. Because of these beliefs, Lachanda’s students advocate for their learning, celebrate one another’s differences and cultures, and empathize for those around them.  

Lachanda has an Associate of Arts in Computer Studies and Bachelor of Science in Information Systems Management from the University of Maryland University College, Master of Education in Instructional Technology from Troy University, and a Master of Arts in Mathematics Teaching from Mount Holyoke College.  She is also a Certified Trauma and Resilient Trainer from STARR Commonwealth.

Time: 45 Minutes