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Method of teaching that uses students prior knowledge in its cultural context when introducing new concepts.
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Analytic and goal oriented learners that break down concepts into sequential pieces.
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The opportunity for all exceptional students to have the chance to participate in mainstream classrooms.
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Type of learner that responds better to kinesthetic methods and prefers whole concepts rather than parts in isolation.
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Language acquisition model which values diversity and encourages people to maintain their native culture as they learn to live democratically in the American macroculture.
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The dominant culture of a particular society. Can be defined regionally or nationally.
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Smaller cultural groups that can be based off of ethnicity, gender, religion, language, socioeconomics, and region.
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Landmark court decision that proclaimed "Separate educational facilities are inherently unequal". ___vs___
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Teaching model utilizing 8 elements that should be taken into account when planning lessons for ELL's.
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Survey used to learn more about each student so as to connect with them and enhance lessons with each learner profile in mind.
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This gender scores higher in mathematics in the Ec-12 grades.
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This gender scores higher in reading and writing in Ec-12 grades.
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Standards used in conjunction with the TEKS to increase ELL's language acquisition. (Acronym)
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Acronym for Culturally and Linguistically Diverse. A conscious effort must be made to accommodate and understand these students unique backgrounds.
