This text presents the culturally responsive instruction observation protocol (CRIOP) a framework for implementing culturally relevant literacy instruction. The book discusses key issues within its themes and provides classroom examples of teachers who are implementing it.

The Culturally Responsive Instruction Observation Protocol (CRIOP) is a framework for implementing culturally relevant literacy instruction and classroom observation. Drawing on research and theory reflecting a range of perspectives ─ multicultural instruction, literacy theory, equity pedagogy, language and discourse models, sheltered instruction, critical pedagogy ─ it provides a means for assessing the many variables of classroom literacy instruction and for guiding practitioners in their development as multicultural educators.

Literacy for All Students

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