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Cultural Context: Language


According to Chapter 5 of your text(SEE ATTACHED FILE), language is one of the many cultural contexts you will face in your classroom.  

1. Reflect on the suggestions listed in Chapter 5 to help you connect with families.  


2. Then, listen to the following podcast, Diverse Learners - Diane Torres-Velasquez (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site. or view the transcript (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site..  Dr. Diane Torres-Velásquez discusses cultural differences among English learners.  She offers suggestions on how to make math culturally relevant to students.  She addresses the following aspects: vocabulary, building a community of learners, high expectations, rewards, and pride. 


3. Choose a content area other than math, such as language arts or science, and complete the following chart in complete sentences in order to best teach your 4-year-old preschool students.


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