Benefits of Afrocentricity in the Classroom

Dr. Molefi Kete Asante is coming to the Hill District!

Dr. Asante will talk with the community about the importance of having African and African American culture as part of a Black child’s educational experience.  Come be a part of the conversation and learn what you can do to make sure our children perform at their highest abilities!

• Afrocentricity is a way of seeing things from the perspective of African Americans.
• In education this means that teachers provide Black students the opportunity to study different subjects from a perspective that uses Africa and African Americans as its reference point.
• Students learn about the contributions that people of African descent have made to human history.
• When Teachers infuse Afrocentricity in the classroom, they will not only encourage African American children and     give them a better understanding of their historical backgrounds, but they also improve their educational achievements and raise their self-esteem.