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Module: Cultural and Linguistic Differences: What Teachers Should Know
Perspectives and Resources

Objectives

After completing the Perspectives and Resource section and reviewing the accompanying activities, you should be able to:

  • Understand how a teacher's own culture can influence his or her teaching
  • Describe what it means to provide culturally responsive instruction
  • Recognize how linguistic diversity may influence school outcomes for students
  • Understand the importance of family involvement in school

What influence does culture have on a student's school success?
Page 1 Culture

Page 2 Cultural Responsiveness

Page 3 Culturally Responsive Instruction

How does linguistic diversity influence classroom performance?
Page 4 Communication

Page 5 Language Acquisition

Page 6 Linguistic Supports

What impact do culture and language have on a family's involvement in school and on their child's education?
Page 7 Promoting Family Involvement

Resources
Page 8 References
Additional Resources and Information
Page 9 Credits

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