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Chapter 3

Explore cultural identities, behaviors, and influences in the classroom for effective teaching. Learn about cultural terms, influences on behavior, and recommendations for teachers and schools. Celebrate diversity and foster inclusive environments.

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Chapter 3

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  1. Chapter 3 Diversity in the Classroom

  2. Sources of Cultural Identity • Teachers should be knowledgeable: • Race and ethnicity • Religion – particularly non-Christian • Sexual orientation • Health • Language • Ability/disability • Gender

  3. Definition of Terms I Culture • An umbrella term that denotes a complex integrated system of values, beliefs, and behaviors common to a large group of people. Ethnicity • A group classification in which members believe that they share a common origin and a unique social and cultural heritage.

  4. Definition of Terms II • Race • An anthropological concept that classifies people according to their physiological characteristics.

  5. Diversity in Our Classrooms • Racial/ethnic minorities - over 37% of elementary & secondary students • African-Americans disproportionately represented in special education • Hispanic/Latino Americans – fastest growing population • Asian-Americans – also fast growing ethnic group

  6. Worldview • Describes how a person perceives his/her relationship to the world • Five Categories of Worldview • Nature • Time orientation • Activity orientation • Human relationships • Human nature

  7. Cultural Influences on Behavior I • Collectivism v. individualism • Individual behavior involves activities and events designed to emphasize self • Collateral behavior is used to describe actions dedicated to advancing the endurance and improvement of the community

  8. Cultural Influences on Behavior II • Verbal v. nonverbal communication • Language switching • Respectful behavior • Cultures vary in what is defined as acceptable and respectful behavior • Child rearing and discipline practices • Keep a balance between teacher’s classroom discipline and awareness of cultural variations

  9. Cultural Influences on Behavior III • Acculturation and enculturation • Students must learn to balance family cultural connections and school community connections • May need to develop a third culture • Relationships • Social behaviors and rules are different in different cultures

  10. Schools and Teachers Recommendations: • Help students deal with feelings of alienation • Value extended family • Facilitate positive parent-school relationship • Maintain high expectations

  11. Multicultural Approach in the Classroom • Celebrate diversity • Celebrating cultures encourages positive view of self and of differences observed in others • Example: • Invite students to talk about family traditions, special foods, and customs

  12. Exploring Cultural Identity It is essential that every educator… • Explore his or her own cultural identity • Raise awareness of values/biases that may interfere with providing an accepting classroom environment.

  13. Summary In order to better understand a child’s behavior, teachers should… • Learn about students’ cultures and how it influences behavior • Have a clear sense of personal worldview and cultural identity

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