I will achieve this through the following pedagogical approach:
Example Teaching Strategies Reasons for implementing this
strategy Family Dynamics I will provide a range of literacy texts that educate students about different family structures. For example: 1. The Little Refugee 2. One Dad, Two Dads, Brown Dad, Blue Dad, 3. Daddy, Papa, and Me
Although a controversial topic, I believe that it is important to educate students about different family structures such as same-sex families. This not only promotes peer acceptance for those who come from non-traditional family backgrounds but also educate students on current social trends (McGraw-Hill Companies, 2005). It is important not to shield students from real life experiences. How are they to learn and develop lifelong skills when they are protected from society? I view my students as the agentic child, I see them as capable adults-in-training ready to learn all aspects of life (Sorin, 2003, p. 19).