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From Segregation to Integration for Students with Disabilities with Olivier Bernier

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Listen on the go: In this episode, I sit down with Olivier Bernier, the award-winning filmmaker behind the powerful documentary Forget Me Not: Inclusion in the Classroom and co-founder of Rota6 Films. As a passionate advocate for inclusive education, Olivier brings a unique perspective to our conversation, both as a filmmaker and as a father …

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Student Activism and the Future of Higher Education with Dr. Sarah M. Toutant

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Listen On The Go In this episode of Conscious Pathways, I am joined by Dr. Sarah M. Toutant, Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at the Childcare Resource Center and an expert in advancing equity in higher education. Dr. Toutant shares her journey from studying education policy to becoming a passionate advocate for social justice, …

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Challenging Biases in Education: Rethinking Intelligence Through the Lens of Language Proficiency

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In classrooms across the country, biases and assumptions about intelligence based on language proficiency persist, affecting countless students. These biases often stem from a lack of understanding about the complexities of language, race, and neurodiversity. If we want to create an education system that truly prioritizes equity and inclusivity, we need to dismantle these harmful …

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Voices of Neurodiversity: Challenging Racism in Language Education with Dr. JPB Gerald

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Listen on the Go: In this episode of Conscious Pathways, Dr. Justin Gerald unpacks the critical intersection of race, language, and neurodiversity in education. As an educator, theorist, and author, Dr. Gerald shares insights from his latest book, which explores the unique challenges faced by neurodivergent students of color and the lack of representation and …

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