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Effective Strategies for Educating African American Male Students (4 Day Event)
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Title: Effective Strategies for Teaching Literacy to African American Male Students (4 Day Event)
Date(s): January 13, February 3 & 27 th, March 11, 2015
Time(s): 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Location: Oakland Schools, 2111 Pontiac Lake Rd., Waterford 48328
Cost: $35.00: Oakland County/ $125.00 Out-of-County
Presenter(s): Jay Marks
Class Limit: 50
Grade Level: K - 12
Audience: K-12 Educators, (teachers, counselors, support staff, administration)
SB-CEUs: Pending. Check the status of this course at:
http://www.solutionwhere.com/mi%5Fsbceu/coursebylocation.asp
SW-CEH (Social Worker Continuing Education Hours): Will not be offered.
Meal(s): Coffee
Questions? Please contact stephanie.barlow@oakland.k12.mi.us
 
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Did you know that:
  • On average, African American males have significantly lower grade point averages and standardized test scores compared to their white peers.
  • African American males constitute almost 80% of African American students placed in special education.
  • African American males are 33% of students suspended and expelled.
  • Only 47% of African American males graduate from high school, compared to 78% white males.
The education of African American students has been the subject of research and investigation for more that 50 years. Current research has exposed the educational inequalities and dilemmas that continue to effect African American students in today's society; particularly, African American males . During this interactive session participants
  • Examine the current educational status of African American males in this country (re:academic achievement, graduation rates, suspensions/expulsions, tracking,etc).
  • Identify factors that contribute to the achievement gap between African American males and other students.
  • Engage in reflective discourse with peers about their own attitudes, beliefs and perceptions related to educating African American male students
  • Explore ways to motivate and engage African American males in the learning process for the purpose of raising their academic achievement
  • Receive practical instructional strategies and resources for improving educational opportunities and outcomes for African American male students.