Empathy Map Template

This book provides access to downloadable additional resources in appendix A (page 193). Readers can familiarize themselves with the rationale for and research behind the Equity and SEL Integration Framework in appendix B (page 207). Finally, this book concludes with cited references and resources.

About ISTE

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This book uses the ISTE Standards as a goal metric for its pedagogical content. The ISTE Standards:

provide the competencies for learning, teaching and leading in the digital age, providing a comprehensive roadmap for the effective use of technology in schools worldwide . Grounded in learning science research and based on practitioner experience, the ISTE Standards ensure that using technology for learning can create high-impact, sustainable, scalable and equitable learning experiences for all learners .

For over 20 years, the standards have been used, researched and updated to continuously reflect the latest research-based best practices that define success in using technology to learn, teach, lead and coach . The standards have been adopted in all fifty U .S . states and many countries throughout the world . Aligned to UNESCO’s Sustainable Development Goals, the standards are available in eight languages . (ISTE, n .d .b)

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Summary

I would sum up my personal story and commitment to equity and SEL as having the desire to honor students’ needs and tackle them directly using good frameworks and tools. SEL and its pedagogical counterparts (trauma-informed, culturally responsive teaching and restorative practices) require adaptable people full of love and commitment who continuously evolve their practice to raise equity for all students. Given the difficulty of teaching, I’ve been fortunate to see many educators embody the Equity and SEL Integration Framework’s five steps.