Ahmed and his family moved to the United States from the Middle East. Ahmed and his parents speak English very well but during conferences Ms. Smith, Ahmed's teacher, is uncomfortable with the parents' behavior. Ahmed's mother does not speak in the meetings, and the parents do not make eye contact. How can Ms. Smith make the meetings more comfortable for all involved?
A. Learn about Ahmed's culture and plan meeting participation to meet the parents' needs.
B. Talk to Ahmed's mother alone to get information.
C. Have the school principal conduct the conferences.
D. Confront Ahmed's parents about their unusual behaviors.
A
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