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UNT Masters Program in Curriculum and Instruction

Date of Activity: Spring 2013 Title of Artifact: Savage Inequalities: Review and Reflection Course: EDSE 5001

Course objective(s) addressed

A. professional practices and issues including ethics, tenure, professional organizations, etc. B. the importance of context in educational decision making C. the impact of current trends on the politics, organization and control of American education Artifact Description This work sample was compiled in EDSE 5001 as a book study. It is a review of the book chapter by chapter and discusses several different aspects of the community examined. Also included is a reflection on my findings and what I learned from reading the book. Relationship to NBPTS Standards
This artifact demonstrates knowledge of two Middle Childhood/Generalist Standard(s). I. Understanding Students One must understand students to complete the assignment X. Reflecting on Teaching and Learning This book study made me reflect on my school and teachings

Background of Artifact
The assignment was required to open our eyes to the injustice that happens across the country in the public school systems. The author visited several locations where the communities were impoverished and the school system was weak. After exploring both of the communities and school systems, the author uncovered injustices at each. This assignment made me realize how important it is to be an advocate for education, and even more to my students.

Reflection on Learning Demonstrated in this Work Sample

From completing this assignment, I have learned how important it is to advocate for my students! I realize that one teacher can make a difference. This artifact will affect my classroom by motivation me to stand up for my students in a way I never have before. I want to be a part of their community and let people know that I am here for my students. I have benefited from this artifact by having my eyes opened to a world that I never expected to see. I will fight for justice for my students. I will use what I have learned from this artifact to motivate myself to become a member of the community in which my school resides.