Intentional Teaching Culturally Responsive Teaching with Emily Affolter
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Aug 20, 2024 Emily Affolter, a PhD program educator in Sustainability Education at Prescott College, shares her insights on culturally responsive teaching. She discusses how to build trust with diverse students and reimagines learning with equity at the forefront. Emily emphasizes the importance of acknowledging instructors' identities and the role they play in fostering inclusivity. The conversation also touches on decolonizing marine biology and how personal experiences, like birdwatching, can challenge fixed categories in science education, promoting a more open and pluralistic approach.
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Early Dialogue Facilitation
- Emily Affolter's high school included anti-racism training led by former Black Panthers.
- At 14, she facilitated dialogues on social issues, fostering her passion for education.
Path to Education
- Affolter's journey into education was a gradual process, driven by intrinsic motivation.
- She consistently found herself in training roles, using educational tools in diverse settings.
Transdisciplinary Program
- Prescott College's PhD program in Sustainability Education is transdisciplinary, attracting diverse professionals.
- Students explore social and environmental justice in various fields, with a median age of 47.
