I am guilty of calling a student by a nickname because others have done so. I have assumed that this name is what they have wanted without asking. I am wondering now if those students would have ever corrected me. I think the Hollywood story is sad and disrespectful. I think people in charge of announcing names should be sure to research to get the names right, no matter who the people are. I was proud of that man for standing up and advocating for Quvenzhané.
I work in several classes. I do write the pronunciations of the less familiar names and practice them. If they have nicknames, I like to ask why they have that name before I use it. I think talking to the students honestly and calling them by the name they prefer throughout the day is a good way to be an advocate for the students. This will show respect toward them.
I work in several classes. I do write the pronunciations of the less familiar names and practice them. If they have nicknames, I like to ask why they have that name before I use it. I think talking to the students honestly and calling them by the name they prefer throughout the day is a good way to be an advocate for the students. This will show respect toward them.