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Submission declined on 18 September 2024 by Drmies (talk).

Neologisms are not considered suitable for Wikipedia unless they receive substantial use and press coverage; this requires strong evidence in independent, reliable, published sources. Links to sites specifically intended to promote the neologism itself do not establish its notability.

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Comment: Reads more like an essay or a program than an encyclopedic article--and how is this related to Draft:Amy Morgan? Drmies (talk) 01:41, 18 September 2024 (UTC)

Comment: Reads more like an essay or a program than an encyclopedic article--and how is this related to Draft:Amy Morgan? Drmies (talk) 01:38, 18 September 2024 (UTC)

Teacher-Social Change Agent

A Teacher-Social Change Agent is an educator who actively works to drive social change through their teaching practices, curriculum development, and student engagement. This role goes beyond educating students, as it also involves fostering critical thinking, promoting equity, and advocating for social justice. Teachers in this role are instrumental in addressing societal challenges, supporting underrepresented groups, and contributing to a more inclusive society.

Key Responsibilities

1. Promoting Equity and Inclusion: Teachers strive to reduce disparities in education by ensuring that all students have equitable access to resources and opportunities. They tailor their teaching methods to meet the unique needs of students from various backgrounds, emphasizing fairness and inclusion in the classroom (Bourn, 2016)..^[1].

2. Integrating Social Change Themes: Educators weave themes like social justice, human rights, and sustainability into their lessons. This helps students understand and engage with global issues, encouraging them to become active, informed citizens committed to positive social change (Schulz, 2018)^[2].

3. Encouraging Critical Thinking: By creating a learning environment that promotes questioning and critical analysis, teachers empower students to challenge the status quo. This approach equips students with the skills necessary to become proactive agents of change within their communities (Baron, 2013)^[3]

4. Advocacy and Leadership: Teachers often take on leadership roles, advocating for policies and practices that promote social justice. Whether through involvement in school committees, community outreach, or professional development, teachers serve as vital advocates for societal transformation (Waterloo Region District School Board, 2014)^[4]

Conclusion

Teachers as social change agents are crucial to fostering a just and equitable society. By integrating themes of social change into their teaching, promoting critical thinking, and engaging in advocacy, educators can make a significant impact on both their students and the broader community.

Reference

Bourn, D. (2016). Teachers as agents of social change. International Journal of Development Education and Global Learning, 7(3), 63–77. https://files.eric.ed.gov/fulltext/EJ1167813.pdf

Schulz, W. C. (2018). Towards social change leadership: Integrating UN SDGs & Walden's social change skills curricular framework. Walden University Center for Social Change, 1-14.

Baron, K. (2013). Woman who never intended to teach now praised as California teacher of the year. EdSource. https://edsource.org/2013/woman-who-never-intended-to-teach-now-praised-as-california-teacher-of-the-year/32278

Waterloo Region District School Board. (2014, August 29). John Hattie: Teachers as change agents [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7XWMAteuaks

"The best way to predict the future is to create it." – Peter Drucker

^ Bourn, Douglas (2016). "Teachers as agents of social change". International Journal of Development Education and Global Learning. 7 (3). doi:10.18546/ijdegl.07.3.05. ISSN 1756-5278.
^ "Core Skills: The Joining Skills", Social Work and Social Problems, Bloomsbury Academic, 2000, ISBN 978-0-333-62564-4, retrieved 2024-09-18
^ Baron, Kathryn. "Woman who never intended to teach now praised as California Teacher of the Year". EdSource. Retrieved 2024-09-18.
^ WRDSB (2014-08-29). John Hattie - Teachers As Change Agents. Retrieved 2024-09-18 – via YouTube.

[1] Bourn, Douglas (2016). "Teachers as agents of social change". International Journal of Development Education and Global Learning. 7 (3). doi:10.18546/ijdegl.07.3.05. ISSN 1756-5278.

[2] "Core Skills: The Joining Skills", Social Work and Social Problems, Bloomsbury Academic, 2000, ISBN 978-0-333-62564-4, retrieved 2024-09-18

[3] Baron, Kathryn. "Woman who never intended to teach now praised as California Teacher of the Year". EdSource. Retrieved 2024-09-18.

[4] WRDSB (2014-08-29). John Hattie - Teachers As Change Agents. Retrieved 2024-09-18 – via YouTube.

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