About Butler University EPPSP's: The Nygaard Series
Leaning into relevant, courageous conversations on topics impacting all stakeholders in the world of education.
One topic, many lenses.
A holistic,objective understanding regarding any issue in education is essential to ensure the necessary paradigm shifts, sustainability of systems, and that the needs of all stakeholders are met.
The experts we converse with, will offer a unique perspective, providing a piece of the puzzle that will lead to a big picture understanding on a big topic in education.
Episode #3: Exploring How Actions Reflect Ideologies regarding Equity w/ Dr. Paul Gorski
In episode #3, we will explore we will explore equity in education, specifically through the lens of a researcher, speaker, facilitator, equity and justice educator, writer, and founder of the Equity Literacy Institute and EdChange: Dr. Paul Gorski
The conversation with Dr. Gorski emphasizes the need to explore the practices taking place in our classrooms, buildings, and districts. What things are we doing in the name of equity which have the potential to create more equity?
To learn more about the work of Dr. Gorski and his colleagues, visit the Equity Literacy Institute's website (https://www.equitylearn.com/) or explore additional work at EdChange.org (http://edchange.org/)
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23 Nov 2020
Episode #2: Exploring Origins, Milestones, and Implementation of a District-Wide Equity Initiative w/ Christine Squier and Kris Devereaux
In episode #2, we will explore the origins, implementation, milestones, and impact of the "Strong in Every Way" initiative of Zionsville Community Schools through a conversation with two of its champions: Christine Squier and Kris Devereaux
The SIEW initiative aims to build student capacities for life readiness beyond the classroom.
Strong in Every Way is an ongoing initiative of the Zionsville Community Schools begun in the fall of 2016 with the goal of building connected, resilient, self and culturally adept young people during their formative years in their school community. Strong in Every Way (SIEW) is a decision-making and directional vehicle for the organization that is made up of three domains: Developing Connections, Developing Assets and Resources, and Developing Cultural Understandings.
To learn more about The Strong in Every Way initiative go to Zionsville Community Schools website: www.zcs.k12.in.us (http://www.zcs.k12.in.us/)
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16 Nov 2020
Episode #1: Exploring Culturally Responsive Practices w/ Dr. Dennisha Murff
In episode #1, we will explore the state of equity in education through the perspective of Dr. Dennisha Murff.
Dr. Murff is and administrator, educator, writer, adjunct professor, consultant, and relentless advocate for equitable educational opportunities for all.
She has spent 14 years as an elementary school principal. She has also served as an assistant principal and elementary school teacher. Most of which was done in a large, metropolitan school district in Indianapolis.
Her practice and research has led her to publish a book, Culturally Responsive Pedagogy: Promising Practices for African American Male Students (https://www.murffconsultinggroup.com/product-page/my-book), which explores essential elements and promising practices which leads to culturally responsive learning environment, curriculum/instruction, and educators.
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11 Nov 2020
The Nygaard Series: Episode #0
Episode #0 offers an overview of our vision and hope for the Nygaard Series Podcast and the conversations that we will have in this series and all future conversations.
Lean in, and join the conversation.
One topic, many lenses.
A holistic, objective understanding regarding any issue in education is essential to ensure the necessary paradigm shifts, sustainability of systems, and that the needs of all stakeholders are met.
The experts we converse with will offer a unique perspective, providing a piece of the puzzle that will lead to a big picture understanding on a topic in education.
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