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Roberto Germán | Multicultural Classroom
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Welcome to Our Classroom! In this space we talk about education, which is inclusive of, but not limited to what happens in schools. Education is taking place whenever and wherever we are willing to learn. In Our Classroom, we explore educational journeys, discuss instructional strategies, unpack books, speak with authors, and we think about how all of this is connected to education. Subscribe, rate the show and write a review! For resources to help you understand the intersection of race, bias, education, and society go to multiculturalclassroom.com

  1. 13時間前

    Episode 150 | Music and Silence: The Passion and Protest of Pablo Casals w/ Christy Mihaly

    Episode Summary What does it mean to stand for justice—not just with your voice, but with your refusal? In this episode of Our Classroom, Roberto Germán sits down with author Christy Mihaly to explore the life of Pablo Casals, a world-renowned cellist who used both music and silence as acts of protest. Through her new book, Music and Silence: The Passion and Protest of Pablo Casals, Christy brings to life a story of courage, conviction, and moral clarity. Together, they unpack what it looks like to use your gifts in service of justice—and what it costs to take a stand when it matters most. This conversation invites educators to reflect on their own role in moments of injustice: when to speak, when to refuse, and how to remain grounded in purpose. 🎧 In This Episode Who Pablo Casals was beyond the music Why he refused to perform in protest of fascism The power of silence as an act of resistance What it means to align your gifts with your values Why stories of courage matter for young people How educators can model principled leadership 📚 About the Book Music and Silence: The Passion and Protest of Pablo Casals tells the story of the legendary Catalan cellist who stood against the Franco regime and refused to perform in countries that recognized the dictatorship. His life reminds us that art is not neutral—and that sometimes, the most powerful statement is choosing not to participate in injustice. ✍🏽 About the Guest Christy Mihaly is an award-winning author and poet who has written more than 40 books for young readers, many focused on history, civics, and social justice. Her work invites young people to think critically, engage deeply, and lead with purpose. 🌱 Reflection Question When faced with injustice, are we willing to use our voice—or our silence—with intention? 🌱 An Invitation Teach in Truth. Lead with Courage. Belong to a Community That Gets It. If you’re an educator navigating these questions and want to grow alongside others committed to this work, join My Classroom Gold: 👉 https://www.multiculturalclassroom.com/founding-member 🔗 Connect with Us Follow @multiculturalclassroom Subscribe to Our Classroom Share this episode with an educator who believes teaching is more than content—it’s courage.

    18分

  2. 4月15日

    Episode 149 | When “Misbehavior” Is a Misunderstanding w/ Dr. Daniel Russell

    Episode Summary What if much of what schools label as “misbehavior” is actually a misunderstanding of culture? In this episode of Our Classroom, Roberto Germán sits down with Dr. Daniel Russell to unpack how student behavior is often interpreted through a dominant-culture lens—and why that leads to disproportionate discipline for underserved students. Together, they explore how behaviors rooted in culture are frequently misread as defiance, disrespect, or disruption, and why frameworks like PBIS and MTSS remain incomplete when cultural responsiveness is missing. This conversation challenges educators to rethink what they call “behavior” and reconsider whether schools are disciplining students—or disciplining culture. In This Episode Why “misbehavior” is often misunderstood Common cultural behaviors teachers misinterpret The limits of PBIS without cultural responsiveness How behavior becomes racialized in schools What validating and bridging behavior support can look like The mindset shift educators need to make tomorrow About the Guest Dr. Daniel Russell is co-director of Advocates for CLR for Underserved Students and co-author of Supporting Underserved Students: How to Make PBIS Culturally and Linguistically Responsive. His work helps schools rethink student behavior through a culturally responsive lens. Reflection Question What if the issue isn’t student behavior— but the lens through which we interpret it? Join the Community Teach in Truth. Lead with Courage. Belong to a Community That Gets It. Join My Classroom Gold: 👉 https://www.multiculturalclassroom.com/founding-member

    26分

  3. 4月1日

    Episode 148 | What TO Do When You Get Pushback

    Pushback is part of the work—but how we respond to it matters. In Part 2 of the Leading When It’s Loud series, Roberto Germán explores five common mistakes educators make when facing criticism, tension, or public reaction. From reacting too quickly to trying to “win” the argument, this episode unpacks the habits that can escalate conflict and drain our energy. This conversation is not about avoiding pushback—it’s about responding with clarity, intention, and grounded leadership. Reflection Questions Which of these responses do you tend to fall into first? What helps you pause before reacting? Where do you need more clarity vs. more restraint? An Invitation Teach in Truth. Lead with Courage. Belong to a Community That Gets It. If you’re navigating pushback and want a space to reflect, grow, and stay grounded in your work, you’re invited to explore My Classroom Gold: https://www.multiculturalclassroom.com/founding-member Connect Follow @multiculturalclassroom Subscribe to Our Classroom  Share this episode with an educator who’s navigating tough conversations

    7分

  4. 3月26日

    Episode 147 | When the Noise Gets Loud

    What happens when thoughtful, intentional content is met with noise, criticism, or misunderstanding? In this episode of Our Classroom, Roberto Germán reflects on a recent moment of pushback and reframes it as an opportunity for leadership. Instead of reacting defensively, this conversation explores what it means to lead with curiosity—especially when discussions around curriculum, culture, and terms like “decolonize” spark strong responses. This episode is not about winning arguments. It’s about understanding what sits beneath reaction, staying grounded in purpose, and continuing to serve students with clarity and care. Reflection Questions What reactions do you notice when curriculum or texts are questioned or expanded? How do you typically respond to pushback—internally and externally? What might curiosity look like in moments where defensiveness feels easier? What is the difference between expanding curriculum and erasing it? An Invitation Teach in Truth. Lead with Courage. Belong to a Community That Gets It. If you’re navigating these kinds of moments in your classroom or leadership—and want a space to reflect, grow, and stay grounded in this work—you’re invited to explore My Classroom Gold: https://www.multiculturalclassroom.com/founding-member Connect Follow @multiculturalclassroom Subscribe to Our Classroom wherever you listen Share this episode with an educator who is learning to lead with curiosity

    11分

  5. 3月5日

    Episode 146 | Teaching When the World Seems Unstable

    Students today are encountering global events in real time. News about protests, war, political instability, and humanitarian crises travels quickly through social media, and many young people are trying to make sense of it all without much context. In this episode of Our Classroom, Roberto Germán explores how educators can approach conversations about global unrest with care and clarity. Instead of avoiding difficult topics, Roberto shares three practical strategies teachers can use to help students process complex world events while maintaining a classroom culture rooted in curiosity, empathy, and critical thinking. This episode offers a reminder that educators don’t need to have all the answers—but they can help students ask better questions. Reflection Questions for Educators What global events are your students currently talking about? How can you create space for questions without turning the classroom into a debate stage? What strategies help students move from reaction to understanding? An Invitation Teach in Truth. Lead with Courage. Belong to a Community That Gets It. Join My Classroom Gold — a community of educators committed to equity, truth, and impact. 👉 https://www.multiculturalclassroom.com/founding-member

    10分

  6. 2月19日

    Episode 145 | Come for Bad Bunny, Stay for Community

    Bad Bunny’s halftime show gave us culture, joy, and conversation, but it also gave us curriculum. In this episode of Our Classroom, Roberto Germán breaks down the symbolism behind the performance and explores how it can be used in classrooms as a powerful teaching text. From the sugar cane field imagery to the Puerto Rican flag, from honoring his mother’s maiden name to featuring Ricky Martin and centering Spanish language, this conversation examines how representation, history, gender, language, and class were all embedded in the visuals. This episode is about more than a halftime show. It’s about how culture carries memory and how educators can teach with it, not around it. Come for Bad Bunny. Stay for community. Teach in Truth. Lead with Courage. Belong to a Community That Gets It. If you’re an educator committed to equity, truth, and impact—and want to continue doing this work in community—learn more about My Classroom Gold:  https://www.multiculturalclassroom.com/founding-member

    12分

  7. 2月4日

    Episode 144 | Anger is Not the Problem

    Anger is often treated as something dangerous, especially when it comes from the margins. In this episode of Our Classroom, Roberto Germán reflects on anger not as a problem to eliminate, but as information worth listening to. Drawing connections between poetry, education, and the present moment, this conversation explores how anger is policed, silenced, and misunderstood, and how it can become a catalyst for care, accountability, and protection when we choose to engage it with intention.   An Invitation Teach in Truth. Lead with Courage. Belong to a Community That Gets It. If you’re looking for a space to continue reflecting, learning, and navigating uncertainty alongside other educators committed to equity, truth, and impact, you’re invited to explore My Classroom Gold. No pressure—just an open door.   Connect & Share Follow @multiculturalclassroom Subscribe to Our Classroom wherever you listen Share this episode with someone who might need permission to slow down

    11分

  8. 1月18日

    Episode 143 | When “Misbehavior” Isn’t Misbehavior at All w/ Lorena Germán

    When we label student behavior as “misbehavior,” whose norms are we actually using — and who gets left out of that definition? In this episode of Our Classroom, Lorena Germán joins to help us explore how behavior, SEL, race, and power intersect, and what becomes possible when educators move from managing behavior to understanding it through an antiracist lens. An Invitation Teach in Truth. Lead with Courage. Belong to a Community That Gets It. If you’re looking for a space to continue reflecting, learning, and navigating uncertainty alongside other educators committed to equity, truth, and impact, you’re invited to explore My Classroom Gold. No pressure—just an open door.   Connect & Share Follow @multiculturalclassroom Subscribe to Our Classroom wherever you listen Share this episode with someone who might need permission to slow down

    34分
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番組について

Welcome to Our Classroom! In this space we talk about education, which is inclusive of, but not limited to what happens in schools. Education is taking place whenever and wherever we are willing to learn. In Our Classroom, we explore educational journeys, discuss instructional strategies, unpack books, speak with authors, and we think about how all of this is connected to education. Subscribe, rate the show and write a review! For resources to help you understand the intersection of race, bias, education, and society go to multiculturalclassroom.com

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    Roberto Germán | Multicultural Classroom
  • 配信期間
    21年 - 26年
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    154
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