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“Our teachers should be excellent, and they should look like America”.

This study explores the impact of teacher diversity on student outcomes, specifically in the field of Deaf Education. It investigates the benefits of having diverse teachers and their potential role as role models, school/community liaisons, and their ability to enhance the education of all children. The study aims to provide valuable insights for improving pre-service teacher diversity activities.

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“Our teachers should be excellent, and they should look like America”.

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  1. “Our teachers should be excellent, and they should look like America”. Richard Riley (l998)

  2. Obj. 1.3: Teacher Diversity Team Leaders: Sharon Baker, U. of Tulsa Joyce Daugaard, U. of MN

  3. Changing demographics…D/HH students 1977-2003 • Decline in White students: • 71% to 51 % • Increase in Latino students: • 9% to 24.5% • Increase in Asian students: • 1% to 4.3%

  4. Impact of Teacher Diversityon Student Outcomes • General consensus: increased learning if there is teacher-student match • Difficult to measure studies have found conflicting results • No studies have been conducted in Deaf Education

  5. Benefits of Diverse Teacherson Student Learning: • “Passive teacher effect” • Role models • School / community liaison • Language proficiency • Knowledge of learning styles • Enhance education of all children

  6. Obj. 1.3 Preservice Teacher Diversity Activities • List of FAQ • Focus Group • Collection of Personal Stories • Investigate Resources at your University

  7. Sharing our Findings • New Media Collaboration • ACE-DHH Conference in Banff

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