Lay Me Down to Sleep: The Story of a Student-Centered English Teacher (feat. Rob Parris Jr.)

In this episode of the Black on Black Education podcast, Rob, an eighth-grade ELA educator, discusses the significance of student-centered education. He emphasizes the importance of listening to students, navigating literacy challenges, and creating safe spaces in the classroom. Rob shares his experiences in implementing student-centered practices, the role of identity in teaching, and the power of poetry to engage students. Through feedback and choice, he aims to foster a supportive learning environment that empowers students to express themselves and develop critical thinking skills. In this conversation, Evalaurene Jean-Charles discusses the importance of authenticity in education, the power of poetry as a means of connection, and the healing journey of writing. She shares insights on her upcoming book, 'Lay Me Down to Sleep,' and emphasizes the significance of literacy in empowering students. The dialogue highlights the role of educators in creating safe spaces for students and the transformative power of sharing personal stories and experiences. Mentioned During the Episode: Get Your Copy of Rob's Book: Lay Me Down to Sleep Resources: Black on Black Education Documentary: Watch our full origin story on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Want More Student-Centered Tips and Tricks?: Check out the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Shhh It's Time to Listen Blog⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Buy ONE OR MANY of Our New Guided Journals: Get your copy on Amazon. It’s a fantastic tool to help find your way. There is both an ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠I'm Just a Kid⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠I'm Just a Teacher ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ version available. Contact: If you want to learn more about our Student Action Board, email me at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠eva@blackonblackeducation.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠