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Applied DEI in the Modern Language Classroom

2 Weeks in the States | Roses, Thorns, & Buds

Bonjour la famille, Here's hoping everyone is doing well and thriving, as we inch toward some much-needed breaks. I, personally, am dealing with some of the culture shock that comes with my first year as a teacher NOT having Thanksgiving. BUT !!! We have a full month off for winter break here, so that is very much on the horizon. It's been a bit, so I thought I'd share just a few things going on in my head and in my practice that might be of some interest to you. Some Roses:

Benjamin Tinsley

3 days ago4 min read

Hot Take on Assessment

Short version: Grades are Dumb and they really ruin learning. I decided to record a little video (click the image above to watch) to help me organize some thoughts around a few experiences I've been having this school year, as I figure out how to navigate these uncharted waters. There are layers of privilege in the environment in which I currently get to teach. I've spent all of my career otherwise being bound by a system of inputting a certain amount of grades by a particul

Benjamin Tinsley

Oct 243 min read