Summary Episode 14: No Neutral Zone — Teaching While White www.teachingwhilewhite.org
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Jenna interviews William Yepes, a Colombian Spanish teacher, about the misconception of neutrality and the role of white teachers in the context of antiracism.
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- The input text discusses the false notion of "remaining neutral" in teaching, and how a teacher's identity and teaching practice are shaped by their experiences, such as the journey to becoming a US citizen
- The text highlights the importance of white teachers engaging in antiracism work and not remaining neutral
- It emphasizes the role of white teachers in addressing issues of racism and white supremacy in the classroom
- The text suggests that teachers should be "co-conspirators" in the fight against racism, rather than remaining neutral
- It provides resources and recommendations for white teachers to engage in antiracist professional development and teaching practices
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Jenna interviews William Yepes, a Colombian Spanish teacher, discussing the fallacy of neutrality and white teachers in antiracism.
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In Teaching While White Episode 14, Jenna interviews William Yepes, a Colombian Spanish teacher in the US. They discuss the fallacy of neutrality, his journey to US citizenship, and the role of white teachers in antiracism. The episode emphasizes addressing white fragility, teaching about Native Americans, and offers a bibliography for anti-bias professional development.
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In Episode 14 of Teaching While White, Jenna interviews William Yepes, a Spanish teacher from Colombia now living in the US. William discusses the fallacy of remaining neutral and shares how his journey to US citizenship has shaped his identity and teaching approach. The podcast delves into the role of white teachers in antiracism, offering resources and guidance for those seeking to be co-conspirators in the fight against white supremacy. The episode highlights the importance of addressing white fragility and teaching about Native Americans. It also features a selected bibliography for anti-bias professional development. This thought-provoking conversation challenges educators to move beyond the idea of neutrality and take meaningful action in creating an antiracist classroom environment.
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