The Counter Narrative: Changing the Way We Talk (and think) About Education Episode 230: Interview w/Jose Moreno
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Jan 17, 2025 
Jose Moreno, a former tech professional at Microsoft and Netflix, is now an EdTech entrepreneur and founder of IntelliTier. He discusses the vital need to challenge negative narratives about immigration and implicit bias in education. Sharing personal stories, he highlights the sacrifices of immigrant families and the importance of technology in bridging language barriers. The conversation also addresses empowering parental engagement and using innovative tools to support English Language Learners, emphasizing that all students deserve equitable educational opportunities.
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Jose's Mother's Immigrant Journey
- Jose Moreno shared his mother's immigrant story of sacrifice and starting over in the US after escaping war in El Salvador.
- His mother worked multiple jobs as a single parent, highlighting immigrant perseverance and resilience.
Debunking Immigration Myths
- Immigration is often wrongly blamed for economic and social issues despite evidence to the contrary.
- Immigrants pay more taxes than they take, commit less crime, and are seeking safety and opportunity, not to steal jobs.
Impact of Implicit Bias in Education
- Implicit biases in education lower expectations for minority and immigrant students, harming their academic performance.
- These biases create a cycle of underperformance reinforced by confirmation bias against marginalized groups.