When developing multicultural curriculum, Dr. Patricia Halagao is guided by her conceptual framework, which she refers to as the 5 C’s. Inspired by fundamental theories and practices of multicultural education, Global Teach programs strive for a curriculum that connects to students, is concept-based, steeped in rich content, promotes critical pedagogy, and creates a collaborative classroom environment.
Connections: Relevant. Personal and concrete.
Concepts: Big ideas. Universal and timeless.
Content: Knowledge. Diversity and truth.
Critical pedagogy: Critical Thinking. Questioning and healthy skepticism.
