Diverse Abilities
This legislation, enacted in 1990, aims to prohibit discrimination based on disability. What is it called?
What is the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)?
Inclusive language aims to avoid reinforcing stereotypes and biases. What is the term for language that perpetuates stereotypes about a particular group?
What is stereotypical or biased language?
In 1954, the landmark U.S. Supreme Court case Brown v. Board of Education declared segregation in public schools unconstitutional. What was the primary goal of this decision?
What is the desegregation of public schools?
The "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" policy was a controversial military policy affecting LGBTQIA+ service members. In what year was this policy repealed?
What is 2011?
The "Girls Who Code" initiative aims to bridge the gender gap in which specific field of study?
What is computer science and technology?
In the context of diverse abilities, what does the acronym "ADHD" stand for?
What is Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder?
Instead of using "he" or "she" when the gender is unknown or irrelevant, what singular gender-neutral pronoun can be used?
What is they?
In 1920, which amendment to the U.S. Constitution granted women the right to vote?
What is the 19th Amendment?
The National Coming Out Day is observed annually to celebrate coming out as LGBTQIA+. In what month does National Coming Out Day take place?
What is October?
Title I of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act addresses educational equity by providing federal funding to schools with a high percentage of students from what demographic?
What is economically disadvantaged or low-income students?
Who is considered the father of the modern disability rights movement and founded the Independent Living Movement?
Who is Ed Roberts?
To promote inclusivity, what term can be used instead of "English as a second language (ESL)" for students learning English?
What is English language learners (ELL) or English learners (EL)?
In 1967, the Loving v. Virginia case led to a Supreme Court decision that had a major impact on civil rights. What did this decision address?
What is the legalization of interracial marriage?
What historic event in 1969 marked a pivotal moment for LGBTQ+ rights and is considered the catalyst for the modern LGBTQ+ rights movement?
What is the Stonewall riots?
Dual enrollment programs are considered a strategy for promoting educational equity. What do these programs typically allow high school students to do?
What is earning college credits while still in high school?
Who is a well-known advocate for autism awareness and acceptance, known for creating the TV show "The Good Doctor"?
Who is David Shore?
Inclusive language in education recognizes the diversity of learning styles. What term is used to describe students who learn best through hands-on activities?
What are kinesthetic learners?
The 1924 Indian Citizenship Act granted citizenship to Native Americans born in the United States. What significant change did this bring to Native American rights?
What is the recognition of Native Americans as U.S. citizens?
What LGBTQIA+ civil rights organization focuses on creating safer and more supportive schools for LGBTQIA+ students, particularly in the context of bullying prevention?
What is the Trevor Project?
Restorative justice practices in schools are often associated with promoting educational equity. What is the primary focus of restorative justice in the context of education?
What is resolving conflicts and building a sense of community through dialogue and understanding?
What is the term for a communication method that uses visual symbols for individuals with communication disorders?
What is augmentative and alternative communication (AAC)?
Instead of using "normal" to describe the majority of students, what term emphasizes the unique strengths and abilities of each student?
What is neurodiverse or diverse learners?
What landmark ruling made in 1973 was recently overturned by the state of Texas?
What is Roe v. Wade?
The Day of Silence, an annual event in schools, is organized to bring attention to the silencing effect of anti-LGBTQIA+ bullying. In what month does this event typically take place?
What is April?
"Digital divide" is a term that relates to technological access in education. What does the digital divide refer to in the context of educational equity?
What is the gap between those who have access to modern information and communication technology and those who do not, particularly in underserved communities?