Race and Identity
What does Milner say is the problem with teachers being “colorblind”?
It ignores students’ racial and cultural identities.
What kind of teaching connects lessons to students’ cultures?
Culturally responsive teaching.
What is the term for blaming student failure on their background instead of instruction?
Deficit thinking.
According to Milner, teachers should see students’ color but not ___ there.
Stop
Why should teachers learn about the communities where they work?
Because context affects how students learn and behave.
Which bias happens automatically without teachers realizing it?
Implicit bias.
True or False: Ignoring race helps students feel equal.
False
A student’s culture should be viewed as a _____ in the classroom.
Resource
True or False: Bias can affect both grading and discipline.
True
Which term describes teachers’ beliefs shaped by their own background and experiences?
Cultural lens
True or False: All students should be treated the same to be fair.
False – fairness is not sameness.
What should teachers do first when they notice bias in themselves?
Acknowledge it and reflect on it.
What happens when teachers recognize both their own and students’ identities?
They teach more equitably and avoid bias.
Give one classroom action that shows respect for students’ culture.
Including cultural examples or home experiences in lessons.
What’s one way to prevent overgeneralizing students’ cultures?
Learn about each student as an individual.