CEA Cultural Diversity & Equity in Education 2

Question 1

What is 'code-switching' as it relates to culturally diverse students?

Accepted Answer

The ability to alternate between two or more languages or dialects depending on the social context

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Switching between different computer programming languages during class

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A behavioral intervention strategy for students who struggle with transitions

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Teaching students to decode unfamiliar words using phonics strategies

Question 2

Which educational approach treats students' home cultures and languages as assets rather than obstacles?

Accepted Answer

Asset-based pedagogy

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Deficit thinking

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Assimilation model

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Remediation-focused instruction

Question 3

What is a 'microaggression' in a school setting?

Accepted Answer

A brief but everyday slight or insult that communicates hostile or negative messages to members of marginalized groups

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A minor disciplinary infraction that requires a brief timeout

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An aggressive physical altercation between students of different backgrounds

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A very small class size that limits diverse peer interactions

Question 4

What does 'stereotype threat' mean in the context of diverse learners?

Accepted Answer

The risk that confirming a negative stereotype about one's group will undermine a student's academic performance

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A school policy that enforces rigid gender roles for students

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A form of cyberbullying targeting students from minority backgrounds

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A classroom rule about not making generalizations about cultural groups

Question 5

What does 'cultural competence' mean for an educational assistant?

Accepted Answer

Having knowledge of and respect for diverse cultures, while effectively interacting with students from different backgrounds

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Being fluent in at least two languages spoken by students in the school

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Completing a one-time diversity training course required for certification

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Avoiding any discussion of cultural differences to prevent conflict

Question 6

How should an educational assistant best respond when a student celebrates a cultural holiday not observed by the school calendar?

Accepted Answer

Acknowledge the celebration respectfully and, when appropriate, incorporate it as a learning opportunity

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Ignore the student's mention of the holiday to avoid disrupting the class routine

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Tell the student that school is not the place for cultural or religious celebrations

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Send the student to the office for bringing non-school topics into the classroom

Question 7

Which strategy best supports students from culturally diverse backgrounds in a mixed classroom?

Accepted Answer

Incorporating diverse perspectives and examples into lessons while building on students' cultural knowledge

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Grouping students only with peers who share the same cultural background

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Using a single teaching style to ensure consistent treatment of all students

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Focusing exclusively on the dominant culture's traditions to prepare students for mainstream society