M5 Videos
Communication and Culture Basics
How Culture Drives Behaviours
- Alignments: 10n, 10q
- Description: TEDx talk by Julien S. Bourrelle, consultant and speaker on culture and communication, explaining the role of culture in effective communication practices and the importance of awareness of this dynamic in relationship building
Collaboration Practices
A Tale of Two Conversations: Take One
- Alignments: 10n
- Description: The “before” video in a before/after series, this video demonstrates communication practices that can damage the relationship between an educator and a parent in ways that harm a student’s learning experience
Ensuring Equity: Engaging Families Using Culturally Responsive Practices
- Alignments: 1c, 7m, 8m
- Description: In a keynote address for the Center for Parent information and Resources (CPIR), Dr. Rosemarie Allen, President and CEO of the Center for Equity and Excellence, shares research and effective practices for engaging families in their students’ educational experiences
IEP Meetings – Core Components and Key Considerations
- Alignments: 1c, 7e, 8m
- Description: Breakdown of the purpose, content, and preparation for IEP meetings
A Tale of Two Conversations: Take Two
- Alignments: 10n
- Description: The “after” video in a before/after series, this video models effective communication practices between an educator and a parent
IEP – Profile Page – Student Preferences and Interests
- Alignments: 1c, 7e
- Description: Why, what, and how to prioritize student preferences and interests, especially for transition services
Knowledge. The teacher knows how to work with other adults and has developed skills in collaborative interaction appropriate for both face-to-face and virtual contexts.
Disposition. The teacher respects families’ beliefs, norms, and expectations and seeks to work collaboratively with learners and families in setting and meeting challenging goals.
Performance. The teacher collaborates with families, communities, colleagues, and other professionals to promote learner growth and development.
Knowledge. The teacher knows when and how to access resources and collaborate with others to support student learning (e.g., special educators, related service providers, language learner specialists, librarians, media specialists, community organizations).
Knowledge. The teacher understands how multiple forms of communication (oral, written, nonverbal, digital, visual) convey ideas, foster self expression, and build relationships.
Performance. The teacher plans collaboratively with professionals who have specialized expertise (e.g., special educators, related service providers, language learning specialists, librarians, media specialists) to design and jointly deliver as appropriate learning experiences to meet unique learning needs.
