Ubuntu Pedagogy - Blackwood, Alecia
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Ubuntu Pedagogy: Becoming an Ubuntu Responsive Educator is a compelling narrative born from the author's lived experience and extensive teaching in the United States. The book chronicles her journey to Southern Africa, where she sought to understand what it means to "teach in the spirit of ubuntu." The book explores the transformative power of Ubuntu, an ancient African philosophy rooted in human interconnectedness and mutual care. It demonstrates how the principles of Ubuntu can be applied to create an engaging, inclusive, and effective learning environment. This work blends personal stories,…mehr

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Ubuntu Pedagogy: Becoming an Ubuntu Responsive Educator is a compelling narrative born from the author's lived experience and extensive teaching in the United States. The book chronicles her journey to Southern Africa, where she sought to understand what it means to "teach in the spirit of ubuntu." The book explores the transformative power of Ubuntu, an ancient African philosophy rooted in human interconnectedness and mutual care. It demonstrates how the principles of Ubuntu can be applied to create an engaging, inclusive, and effective learning environment. This work blends personal stories, practical examples, and a conceptual framework of Ubuntu pedagogy, illustrating its profound impact on both teaching practices and student achievement. Part One > Part Two > Part Three > Part Four > Part Five > Part Six This section explores the intrinsic link between who educators are as individuals and how they teach. It provides a step-by-step guide for educators to develop and articulate their teaching philosophy, emphasizing the importance of authenticity and self-awareness in fostering meaningful connections with students. Part Seven >Ubuntu Pedagogy: Becoming an Ubuntu Responsive Educator is more than a pedagogical guide; it is a testament to the power of human connection and compassionate teaching. By integrating Ubuntu into educational practices, the author will inspire educators to create nurturing, inclusive, and effective learning environments that honor the humanity of every student.
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Alecia Blackwood, an experienced and passionate master teacher with over 20 years in education, is not only an author and international speaker but also a former Fulbright-Hays Scholar for Namibia and Botswana. Throughout her career, she has shared her knowledge worldwide and served as an education consultant for various institutions, including private and Catholic schools, public schools, non-profit organizations, and homeschooling families across Canada, America, the Caribbean, and several African countries. Dr. Blackwood is recognized as one of the leading experts in the USA on ubuntu pedagogy, a humanistic approach to fostering student engagement in teaching and learning. In addition to her scholarly pursuits, she actively volunteers with a non-profit organization that provides cultural education for black students. Furthermore, she leads the Sankofa Youth Initiative, a study abroad program that offers middle and high school students the opportunity to engage in STEAM projects in Ethiopia and Ghana during the summer. She was recently awarded the 2024 fellowship by the International Society of Technology Education (ISTE) faculty research fellow, where she is engaged in research on Artificial Intelligence in school environments. Currently, Dr. Blackwood is an Assistant Professor of Education at Longwood University, where she passionately mentors aspiring educators and instills innovative teaching methods. Beyond her academic commitments, Alecia enjoys embarking on travel adventures, indulging in gourmet cooking, cherishing precious moments with her family, and doing yoga.