Background
What is a child’s background in education?
A student’s family environment, culture, language, and socioeconomic status
What is the rate of kids in low income applying to college?
51%
What is one strategy in the classroom for English language learners?
Dialogue journals, visuals and multimedia, scaffolding techniques, and activate prior knowledge
What factor strongly influences a child’s academic success and behavior?
Family environment
What areas of wealth generally get more funding from state?
High Income Neighborhoods
What must schools implement for ELLs?
Research based process, curriculum design and lesson planning based on sound pedagogical principles, practices, and high standards etc...
Which type of background is often linked to fewer resources and more stress at home?
Low-income background
How likely are low income areas to experience depression compared to high?
Twice as likely
How can we be aware of an English learner’s micro and macrocosm?
We must be aware of parental engagement and their extended families, being aware of what is going on in their home life
What type of differences can affect how students communicate and participate in class?
Cultural differences
How does low income affect kids in their education?
causes less confidence and lack of work ethic
What level would an emerging/beginning English learner be?
Level 1
What teaching approach helps teachers adapt to students’ diverse backgrounds?
Culturally responsive teaching
What causes the "bad" education?
Lack of resources and funding
What level would an expanding English language learner be classified as?
Level 4