Culturally Responsive Teaching and Leading: The Magnitude of Us (101)

The Magnitude of Us Learning Series invites educators and leaders to reflect deeply on identity, positionality, and community as foundations for culturally responsive teaching and leading. This series centers on the belief that meaningful change begins with self-examination and collective responsibility. This asynchronous professional learning series supports educators in building a strong foundation in culturally responsive teaching and leading. Through guided reading, reflection, journaling, discussion, and practical application, participants examine how identity, power, and community shape classrooms and leadership spaces.

The series consists of four required modules and one optional extension and is grounded in the core text, The Magnitude of Us, which serves as the anchor throughout the learning experience. While the book is not required, it is strongly recommended.

See website here or welcome letter for courses, as all information is listed: https://crillinois.education.illinois.edu/modules

All content is copyrighted and based on the work of Dr. Marlee S. Bunch. Artwork credit Mario Joyce.

Dear Participant,

Thank you for registering for this learning series. You will receive a follow-up email shortly with information on how to get started. Please be on the lookout for that message and be sure to check your spam folder, just in case.

That email will include a Canvas link granting you access to the course. Once inside Canvas, we recommend beginning with the welcome letter and FAQs linked in the first module. After reviewing those materials, you are welcome to begin the readings, tasks, and coursework.

The course is self-paced, allowing you to move through the materials in a way that works best for you. Please note that all coursework must be completed by May 15, 2026.

If you prefer one-to-one support or have questions along the way, please feel free to reach out to culturallyresponsive@education.illinois.edu

We’re glad you’re here and look forward to learning alongside you.