I've been thinking about how the SITE model applies to my work this semester. Specifically, how the sociocultural aspect can be explored, and used EFFECTIVELY. My work within schools is mainly as a consultant around the topics of social emotional learning (SEL), restorative practices, and mindfulness. In repackaging the experience of mindfulness, I have to consider the SITE model's sociocultural elements, how will different groups of students respond to the idea of mindfulness, that in the mainstream, may appear to be exotic, from a different religion, or prohibited. This impression is mainly due to the origins of these practices in the West, but they are also basic tools, that can be used to benefit students. It is all about the packaging of the content, and the pedagogy techniques. the ARCS model has also come in handy.
These ideas bring up the idea of sense making, but just in the delivery of these topics, but also in the measurement of success. I expect my discoveries this semester will inform my capstone project and beyond.
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AuthorAs a teacher and community advocate I strive to remedy the challenges of adverse childhood experiences (ACE), poverty and violence. I'm intrigued by the motivation that is cultivated by different supportive and discouraging learning environment, and how overcoming the achievement gap can transform our society. Archives
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