Identity Matters w/ Daniel Wickner

In education, identity has a profound impact on our students. It's not just about the curriculum; it's about nurturing who they are!

Daniel Wickner joins us in this episode as we explore identity matters and intricate ways educators can foster healthy identity development in the classroom.  Daniel is the founder of Identity Centered Learning, a framework supporting students' healthy identity in schools, and a consultant in areas of identity and DEIJ.

 In the episode, we discuss identity-centered learning (ICL),  why education and identity go hand in hand, and the importance of helping students become more confident with their identities.  Moreover, we discuss strategies for identity exploration and how to respond to the constantly changing student identities.

Ultimately, Daniel shares how he envisions the future of ICL and resources for educators interested in ICL.

Tune in for more!

 

Timestamps

[02:39] Introducing the guest Daniel Wickner

[03:33] About Daniel Wickner's ICL framework

[07:48] The inspiration behind creating the ICL website and the importance of supporting students' confidence in their identities.

[11:33] Tips to initiate the self-reflection process before you apply anything in the classroom

[15:28] Tweaks for broader identity exploration

[19:37] How to respond to the constantly changing  identities of your students

[21:40] Challenges faced by students dealing with multiple languages and cultures

[25:30]  The Future of Identity-Centered Learning

[27:17] Books, resources for educators interested in Identity-Centered Learning

[28:26] How to connect with Daniel Wickner

 

Quotes

●     “Education is the formation of identity. So much of who we are is formed, explored and exercised through education.”

●     “Having a reflective process in general is an essential part of being an educator.”

●     “The lessons that children learn from when they are younger about who they are informs the choices they make later in life.”

 

Let’s Connect

Connect with Daniel Wickner on;

●     LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-wickner/

●     Website: https://www.identitycentered.com/

 

Connect with Dr. Dana Specker Watts on;

●     Twitter:  https://twitter.com/teachwatts

 

Connect with Mike Pierre on;

●     Twitter:  https://twitter.com/Ayitis_SigmaMan

 

More resources

●     Head over to iss.edu/events to see future PD's that ISS is offering for the SY 22-23.

●     Join the Diversity Collaborative platform-https://info.iss.edu/sign-up-diversity-collaborative  

●     Head over to https://seniaacademy.org/link/0S40Ne to check out inclusion education practices for individuals with disabilities and ensure their potential is fully maximized.

●     Please visit inspirecitizens.org to register for the Global Citizenship