Intentionality Toward Equity With Zaretta Hammond

This book, now in its third edition, defines culturally responsive teaching as 'using the cultural characteristics, experiences, and perspectives of ethnically diverse students as conduits for teaching them more effectively.' It outlines six key practices of culturally responsive teaching, including having high expectations for all students, engaging students' cultural knowledges and experiences, bridging gaps between home and school practices, and critically questioning normative schooling practices. The book provides extensive research and practical strategies for implementing culturally responsive pedagogy, aiming to increase student engagement and academic success by aligning educational practices with students' cultural backgrounds[1][3][4].

In 'Switch', Chip and Dan Heath explain that the primary obstacle to change is the conflict between the rational mind and the emotional mind. They present a framework for change that involves directing the rational mind, motivating the emotional mind, and shaping the environment. The book uses compelling stories and decades of research in psychology and sociology to illustrate how everyday people have achieved significant changes in various contexts, such as healthcare, home organization, and customer service.

Visible Learning by John Hattie is based on the largest-ever collection of evidence-based research into what actually works in schools to improve learning. The book synthesizes the results of more than 15 years of research, involving over 800 meta-analyses of 50,000 articles and data from about 240 million students. It highlights the importance of making student learning and teaching visible, focusing on the impact of teaching strategies on student outcomes rather than just the transmission of knowledge. The book provides practical guidance for teachers, school leaders, and policymakers on how to apply the principles of visible learning to maximize student achievement[3][4][5].