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Funds of Knowledge Notesheet Name: Luke Staben Directions: As you are observing and teaching, pay close attention to what you can learn about students’ lives and funds of knowledge. Sometimes, students will volunteer information. Other times, an insight will be revealed as you carefully listen to what students say and carefully observe their interactions. Keep this notesheet handy to document the insights you glean about your students. If you have an idea for a teaching/learning connection, jot that down. It’s ok if you don’t land on a connection immediately. You’ll have opportunities to further discuss these in your methods class.

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Potential Teaching/Learning Connections

Home languages

Ex. Oleg speaks Russian with his grandparents.

I could include some Russian words on our academic language word wall.

Family Values and Traditions (i.e. religious beliefs or practices, work ethic, attitudes towards elderly and children, etc.)

It is clear that students in my class have a variety of political beliefs in my class. Multiple of the students have expressed how their families were very thankful over the election results. On the other hand, multiple students are upset over the results.

This shows the importance of respecting a myriad of political beliefs. As a teacher in this class I must ensure that both I am respecting the diverse belief systems and that my students are showing each other respect as well.

Friends and Family (i.e. visits and communication with relatives, social gatherings, etc.)

Many students expressed that they are not gathering during major holidays this year because of the pandemic.

This can be hard for students because they do not get to see close family members. I have experience this as well. I can be empathetic to students because we have this shared experience.

Family Outings (i.e.shopping, library, picnic)

Katelynn shared that she was going to a soccer camp with her family.

As a soccer referee I can connect with her over the love for soccer.

Household Chores & Family Responsibilities (i.e. caring for younger siblings, housework)

None notices

I did not notice any during this semester.

Family Occupations (jobs)

One student has a doctor as a father. I learned this when he I can connect with this student over the fact that wrote about how scared he was for his dad because of the my dad is also a doctor and that is also a fear of pandemic. mine.

Cultural Practices (i.e. art, music, celebrations, pop culture)

Many students have shared their love for rap.

Music is a great starting point for community building. I can share that I do not listen to rap and prefer pop.

Travel

Kody went with his family to Hawaii

My cooperating teacher was sure to ask about this when he got back from his trip.

Technology (i.e. types and usages Many students have shared difficulties with technology of technology) during virtual learning.

This is an excellent time to discuss the difficulties during virtual learning. Creating class discussions where students have the opportunity to share frustrations is essential.

Peer interactions (i.e. activities done with friends)

Many students went to the car decorating contest for Halloween.

This is a great example of a safe and fun activity during these times. It is so important that we share fun options for students during a time where many students are struggling to find effective outlets.

Sports Teams

Spencer’s profile picture is a picture of Steph Curry.

Seeing that is a great option to interact with him over his love for the Warriors....