The Diverse Curriculum

by Bennie Kara

Overview

Positioning diversity in the curriculum is a complex task and knowing where to start is one of the biggest challenges teachers face.

This book is a dynamic guide for educators. Blending both theoretical insights and practical strategies, teachers are empowered to create curricula that celebrate the rich tapestry of global cultures and recognize the value of diverse sources of knowledge. Moreover, it delves into inspiring ways to ignite deep curiosity about the world, spanning the past, present, and future.

Drawing on her 20 years’ experience in UK schools, Bennie Kara asks us to reflect on what we choose to teach and why.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781529774924
Publisher:	SAGE Publications
Publication date:	01/31/2025
Pages:	176
Product dimensions:	6.69(w) x 9.53(h) x 0.38(d)

About the Author

Bennie Kara is a Deputy Headteacher. She is a speaker, coach and trainer on topics such as language, literature, leadership, diversity, curriculum, assessment and teaching & learning. She is a Teach First ambassador from the inaugural cohort of Teach First and a Founding Fellow of the Chartered College of Teaching. She has taught English throughout her career in inner city London and South Oxfordshire. She now teaches in Derby.

Table of Contents

Chapter 1: The Case for Diversity in the Curriculum
Chapter 2: Concepts in DEI Work in the Curriculum
Chapter 3: Knowledge, curriculum and design
Chapter 4: Desirable Lenses
Chapter 5: Common Traps
Chapter 6: Adapting the Curriculum – A School Wide Journey
Chapter 7: Expanding the Boundaries
Chapter 8: Parallel Stories and Paired Texts
Chapter 9: Migrations – Linguistic, Cultural and Physical
Chapter 10: Role Models
Chapter 11: Countering Dominant Narratives
Chapter 12: Case Studies Part 1 History, Science and Maths
Chapter 13: Case Studies Part 2 Geography, Languages and Music
Chapter 14: Frequently asked Questions
Chapter 15: Conclusion and Commitment to Action