Imagine that you are a special educator co-teaching inclusively in a culturally diverse sixth grade classroom. You are ready to assign students a book report on their chosen novel but you are concerned that a traditional oral report may be too demanding for some of the culturally and linguistically diverse students with special needs. List and describe three alternative assignments that would
serve the purpose of reporting what they learned in a format that showcases the strengths of the student.
What will be an ideal response?
The answer to this question is covered in the "Cultural Diversity" section of the text. Responses should show sensitivity towards accommodating cultural differences that may otherwise be viewed as deficits in performance assessments. Answers should indicate some level of choice on the part of the student.
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Making connections to students’ lives outside of school
a. can be accomplished by choosing texts with topics and characters to which students can relate. b. is an easy way to motivate students. c. is too time-consuming to be worthwhile. d. crosses the line of teacher-student relationships.
A time log is a
A. type of clock. B. list of accomplishments. C. schedule. D. record of where you spend your time.
What is the basic debate regarding the full inclusion movement? What seems to be fueling this debate? Which side of the argument makes the most sense to you?
What will be an ideal response?
Which type of organizational character applies principles logically and prizes efficiency?
a) Sensing b) Intuitive c) Thinking d) Feeling