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Culturally Responsive Teaching As A Way To Narrow The Opportunity Gap For African American Students, Emily Bazini
Culturally Responsive Teaching As A Way To Narrow The Opportunity Gap For African American Students, Emily Bazini
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Research reiterates the importance of implementing culturally responsive teaching and learning. Today, African American students and their families are in critical need for schools and teachers to support and implement characteristics of culturally responsive teaching and learning. The regular, standard curriculum is not benefitting African American students, as they are unable to make personal connections to their learning. In order to fully meet the needs of African American students, it is imperative that the teaching methods and the curriculum taught incorporate the cultural background and home lives of these students. It is important to note that the teaching workforce is …