9.20.17+and+9.21.17

Your TISAS paragraph should be complete and color-marked coming into class.

We're beginning a study of African American/Black authors as we jump into our larger multicultural unit. Before we do so, we are going to work on building our experience and vocabulary around discussing race. These conversations can be difficult and uncomfortable for people, but are necessary to understand the institutions we live with and participate in, the power structures that characterize our communities, and to diversity our stories and interrupt stereotypes.

WU: Discussing Race How does age and environment shape our ideas about race? Do you remember becoming aware of race? If so, what made you aware? At what age? Why is it important to talk about race at all ages?

Vocabulary for discussing race: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1DiCgtFo5TkmWaN3PzuBU5Gyffmt8a7lBUuPBzDN36Dg/edit?usp=sharing

HW: Find an example in the "real world" (media, books, and encounter, something you see, etc.) that connects with what we discussed today in class about racism, race, white privilege, etc.