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Roberto Germán | Multicultural Classroom

Welcome to Our Classroom! In this space we talk about education, which is inclusive of, but not limited to what happens in schools. Education is taking place whenever and wherever we are willing to learn.

In Our Classroom, we explore educational journeys, discuss instructional strategies, unpack books, speak with authors, and we think about how all of this is connected to education.

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  • May 6 · 8 min

    Episode 152 | When It Happens in Real Life: What Pushback Looks Like & How to Respond

    Pushback doesn’t show up as a theory—it shows up in real moments. In this episode of Our Classroom, Roberto Germán breaks down what pushback actually looks like in schools and professional spaces—from parent emails and staff meetings to student questions and social media comments. More importantly, he walks through what it looks like to respond with clarity instead of reaction. This episode moves beyond ideas and into practice—helping educators stay grounded, protect their energy, and lead with intention when conversations get difficult. In This Episode What pushback really looks like in everyday school settings How to respond to parent concerns without escalating Navigating tension with colleagues in meetings When to engage—and when not to—on social media How to respond to student pushback in real time Managing internal self-doubt as an educator Reflection Question When pushback shows up… Who do you become in that moment? An Invitation Teach in Truth. Lead with Courage. Belong to a Community That Gets It. Join My Classroom Gold: 👉 https://www.multiculturalclassroom.com/founding-member

  • April 29 · 26 min

    Episode 151 | Does Grammar Instruction Kill Student Voice? w/ Patty McGee

    What happens when students stop worrying about grammar? For many teachers, the answer is surprising: their writing becomes more powerful, more authentic, and more alive. So why does that change when we shift the focus back to correctness? In this episode of Our Classroom, Roberto Germán sits down with Patty McGee, author of Not Your Granny's Grammar, to unpack a real question from a member of the community: Is grammar instruction supporting student voice—or silencing it? Together, they explore the tension between correctness and expression, the role of dominant language norms in schools, and what it looks like to teach writing in a way that honors both clarity and identity. In This Episode Why grammar instruction can shut students down The difference between correctness and communication Who decides what “standard English” is How language connects to identity and culture What strong writing actually looks like Practical shifts to protect student voice Reflection Question If a student communicates powerfully—but doesn’t follow traditional grammar rules… Are they a strong writer? An Invitation Teach in Truth. Lead with Courage. Belong to a Community That Gets It. Join My Classroom Gold: 👉 https://www.multiculturalclassroom.com/founding-member

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