Three of the Teachers Below Are Using Strategies Appropriate for a Culturally

question 62

Multiple Choice

Three of the teachers below are using strategies appropriate for a culturally diverse classroom. With the textbook's discussion of ethnic and cultural diversity in mind, identify the teacher who is probably not promoting the classroom success of some of her students.

• A) Ms. Andreas forms small, multicultural groups in which students describe and compare their perspectives about a recent international conflict.
• B) Ms. Boynton uses competitive activities to get all students motivated to do their best.
• C) Ms. Champas explains that ethnic jokes are unacceptable in her classroom.
• D) Ms. Delaney makes sure she presents both the American and Mexican views of the Mexican-American War.

Understand the concept of hypnagogic sensations and their occurrence at the onset of sleep.

Understand the role of the suprachiasmatic nucleus in controlling the circadian rhythm.

Identify the characteristics and effects of REM sleep.

Recognize the sleep requirements across different age groups.

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Definitions:

Groupthink

A phenomenon that occurs within a group of people, where the desire for harmony in a decision-making group overrides a realistic appraisal of alternatives.

Realistic Appraisal

The process of objectively evaluating situations, possibilities, and potential outcomes based on factual and rational analysis.

Prevailing Inclinations

Dominant tendencies or preferences that are widespread or common in a particular time or place.

Prejudice

An unjustifiable and usually negative attitude toward a group and its members. Prejudice generally involves negative emotions, stereotyped beliefs, and a predisposition to discriminatory action.