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As a teacher, it will be your responsibility to respond positively and effectively to cultural, gender, linguistic, and social class diversity and to students with special needs. Before you read this chapter, respond showing the extent to which you "strongly agree," "agree," "disagree" or "strongly disagree" with the following statements.



1I have an understanding of the cultures that may be represented in my classroom.
A)Strongly Agree
B)Agree
C)Disagree
D)Strongly Disagree


2I am aware of culture-based learning styles.
A)Strongly Agree
B)Agree
C)Disagree
D)Strongly Disagree


3I have high expectations for all students regardless of culture.
A)Strongly Agree
B)Agree
C)Disagree
D)Strongly Disagree


4I make conscious efforts to engage all students in learning activities.
A)Strongly Agree
B)Agree
C)Disagree
D)Strongly Disagree


5I make conscious efforts to give equivalent attention and encouragement to all students.
A)Strongly Agree
B)Agree
C)Disagree
D)Strongly Disagree


6I participate in programs that help people better understand diversity.
A)Strongly Agree
B)Agree
C)Disagree
D)Strongly Disagree


7I am open to identifying racial and cultural biases in myself, in my students, and in my curriculum materials.
A)Strongly Agree
B)Agree
C)Disagree
D)Strongly Disagree


8I know how to use methodology that fosters inclusion (for example, cooperative learning).
A)Strongly Agree
B)Agree
C)Disagree
D)Strongly Disagree


9My instruction and methods conflict with the cultural beliefs of any students in my classroom.
A)Strongly Agree
B)Agree
C)Disagree
D)Strongly Disagree


10I know how to use a variety of tasks, measures, and materials in assessing student competencies to avoid inadvertent bias in assessment.
A)Strongly Agree
B)Agree
C)Disagree
D)Strongly Disagree





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