Yolanda Sealey-Ruiz - Teacher as Interrupter

Yolanda Sealey-Ruiz - Teacher as Interrupter

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Social Studies, English, Other

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The video discusses the role of teachers as 'interrupters' in education, particularly in urban settings. It emphasizes the importance of reflecting on one's positionality and challenges the focus on standardized testing. The speaker advocates for culturally responsive education, aiming to raise students' socio-political consciousness and interrupt the status quo in classrooms.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the speaker mean by 'teacher as interrupter'?

A teacher who disrupts classroom activities

A teacher who challenges traditional teaching methods

A teacher who focuses solely on standardized testing

A teacher who interrupts students during lessons

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why does the speaker encourage teachers to reflect on their own positionality?

To better understand their impact on students

To follow school policies

To improve their test scores

To avoid classroom disruptions

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the speaker suggest teachers can challenge the status quo in education?

By strictly adhering to the curriculum

By focusing on test preparation

By avoiding controversial topics

By raising students' political consciousness

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a key component of culturally responsive education according to the speaker?

High academic achievement

Uniform teaching methods

Strict discipline

Standardized testing

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In the context of urban schools, what does the speaker believe teachers should focus on?

Raising socio-political consciousness

Following a strict curriculum

Increasing test scores

Maintaining traditional educational standards