After reading and studying this chapter, you should be able to:
- Discuss the importance of diversity, equality, and social justice in delivering high-quality education for all students. (INTASC 3: Diverse Learners)
- Understand that students' learning is influenced by their language and culture and identify teaching practices that are culturally relevant. (INTASC 3: Diverse Learners; INTASC 6: Communication Techniques)
- Understand the importance of bringing diverse perspectives to the curriculum. (INTASC 1: Content; INTASC 3: Diverse Learners)
- Describe the role that schools play in the education and socialization of today's children and youth.
- Understand that educational equality requires that all students learn and are represented proportionately in advanced placement and special education classes.