Monday, September 12, 2016

Developing a Global Perspective - Humans of Tel Aviv

His name is Erez Kagnovitz, and he is a photojournalist whose art tells a story as diverse as any. The creator of Humans of Tel Aviv is coming to Pittsburgh to spend the morning with our Holy Family Academy Cultural Literacy III students.


Photos courtesy of Erez Kaganovitz via Twitter

In preparation for his visit, we are checking out photographs from his Twitter and Facebook accounts. The goal of our exploration is to slow down and NOTICE features in the photos. These features may provide clues as to what it means to live in this culture.

Photos courtesy of Erez Kaganovitz via Twitter

As a fan of Harvard Graduate School of Education 's Project Zero Thinking Routines, I am inclined to steer my students in this direction as we explore these images from another culture.

My hope is that this encounter will spark my students' curiosity and propel them to learn more about the Jews and Palestinians whom call this land their own.


Photos courtesy of Erez Kaganovitz via Twitter

Looking forward to an exciting encounter in Cultural Literacy. Once again, thank you to Classrooms Without Borders for making this happen.

A note to the teachers following along on this blog--the next CWB trip to Israel focuses on art and music. 

I cannot state this strongly enough--I encourage you to apply! My interactions with Jewish and Arab Israelis was simply eye-opening. The only way to get beyond the narrative that the media broadcasts is to strap on your sandals and go there! Meet and talk to people. Make contacts and invite them to join you for Google Hang Outs or even to collaborate on a project.

My archaeological field study was the fulfillment of a lifelong dream and the impetus for forging a new dream... To create a classroom without borders, connecting my students to life changing experiences. 

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