Compare and contrast how different cultural groups in the U.S. view school practices and how their cultural expectations affect their children's achievement
What will be an ideal response?
Answer: Expectations vary with different cultures. Eastern European norms value prescribed experiences where discussion and personal connections are discouraged. Hispanic norms value handwriting and spelling over critical thinking. They also hold the teacher in high esteem and are hesitant to interfere with instruction. Western European norms value rigorous academic expectations as well as student accountability.
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a. True b. False