Equity

We believe an equitable learning environment that allows all students to achieve at high levels is characterized by four components:

An emphasis on executive function to position students to learn
Differentiated learning and practice activities to match learning styles, cognitive levels, and cultural needs
A focus on problem-based learning (rather than beginning with lower-order skills) to motivate students to learn
Engaging students in solving problems related to equity issues in their own communities and at state and national levels

The above problem-based task statement is an example of an equity-focused problem that students living in urban areas can solve.

Here are a few more examples on MyQPortal:

In one elementary school, students were brainstorming with the principal issues that should be addressed in the school. One of the issues raised was the amount of food students throw out at lunch time. Two students suggested the problem was that the food does not reflect the kinds of foods they eat at home. They embarked on a school-wide study of the demographics of the school, including surveying students. In the end, the met with the Food Services Director to pitch a more culturally-reflective menu. That menu was then adopted by the cafeteria ... students made a difference!

Virtual Learning Communities

IDE Corp., through our sister company EdQuiddity Inc, offers a course on:

Designing Equitable Learning Environments

Find more information on the course at edquiddity.com/#VLC. Each course takes place over 5 weeks and involves approximately 25-30 hours of participant engagement. Participants are paired with a consultant who helps them design materials to use immediately in the classroom. A 10-pack of seats is available at $4,950; individual registrations can be purchased for $595 per teacher.

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