Exploring Teaching And Learning

Chapter Pack

Chapter 5

Chapter 5: Who Are Today’s Students?

1. What is the difference between equity and equal opportunity? How do equity and equal opportunity apply to students and achievement?

2. According to Chapter 5, there are several program variations for teaching English-language learners (ELs). English as a Second Language (ESL) programs support students in learning English only without furthering the primary language of origin. Other models known as two-way or dual-language programs teach fluency using English as well as the primary language of origin. What are the advantages and disadvantages of both programs?

3. Diversity is a term that can have many meanings depending on context. What types of diversity are currently a part of the today’s classroom? As a teacher, why is it important to affirm diversity?

4. According to Chapter 5, teachers who utilize “culturally responsive pedagogy” have several important attributes. What is “culturally responsive pedagogy?” What are the attributes that identify a teacher as being culturally responsive?

5. What is “gender-fair education?” Why is it important to the development of students?

6. Explain the theory of “multiple intelligence.” Why is it important to the development of students and teaching? How is “multiple intelligence” different from “learning styles?” What is the significance for using both in the classroom?

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Research Multiple Activity Choice Boards / Activities and Create Your Own for Whatever Grade you prefer to work with. Each area should have 3+ choices for a student to demonstrate mastery of learning.

Verbal/Linguistic	Visual/Spatial
Logical/Mathematical	Body/Kinesthetic
Naturalist	Interpersonal
Intrapersonal	Musical