How Can Race, Culture, And/or Ethnicity Affect Classroom Behavior

question 13

Essay

How can race, culture, and/or ethnicity affect classroom behavior?

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Definitions:

Dopamine

A neurotransmitter in the brain essential for the reward system, motivation, pleasure, and motor function.

ACh

Short for Acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter in both the central and peripheral nervous systems that plays key roles in the function of muscles, learning, and memory.

Pituitary Gland

A small endocrine gland in the brain involved in regulating vital body functions and general wellbeing, through the secretion of hormones.

Growth Spurt

A rapid period of growth, typically occurring during puberty, in which the body experiences significant physical changes.