Bias and Prejudice in Society
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What is a primary indicator of White privilege in educational settings?

  • Extracurricular activities focused on diversity
  • The majority of the curriculum is based on White, Eurocentric norms (correct)
  • Student representation in administrative roles
  • A broad curriculum inclusive of all cultures
  • Which term best encapsulates the effort to incorporate various cultural perspectives into education?

  • Diverse education
  • Multicultural education (correct)
  • Culturally relevant pedagogy
  • Progressive education
  • What does the lack of economic mobility in the U.S. indicate about societal structure?

  • People can easily change their social status
  • Everyone has equal opportunities for wealth
  • Socioeconomic mobility is actually unlikely (correct)
  • All socioeconomic strata are equally accessible
  • What is considered the most significant economic change in the U.S. over the last 30 years?

    <p>The gap between the wealthy and the middle class has increased rapidly (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary cause of homelessness in the United States?

    <p>The lack of affordable housing (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which official statement recognizes education as a human right for all people in the world?

    <p>The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is identified as the key reason for the shrinking middle class in the U.S.?

    <p>Stagnation of wages compared to inflation (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which groups constituted the majority of the voting population before the Civil War?

    <p>White, landowning men (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement reflects a crucial aspect of effective multicultural teaching?

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    Which demographic is reported to face the highest levels of poverty?

    <p>Single women with children (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term for teaching methods that acknowledge students’ cultures as strengths?

    <p>Culturally responsive teaching (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of curriculum accurately includes the histories and cultures of students?

    <p>Multicultural curriculum (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term describes promoting fairness and respecting human rights for all?

    <p>Social justice (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term best describes the cultural integration process observed when one group adopts the traits of another?

    <p>Acculturation (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary factor that most influences an individual's identification with an ethnic group?

    <p>Ancestry (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What most often contributes to a person's membership in an ethnic group?

    <p>The native country of their ancestors (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are racial classifications still prevalent in the United States?

    <p>Beliefs about significant racial differences (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    By 2045, what is expected to be the racial makeup of the United States?

    <p>Half groups of color and half non-Hispanic Whites (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which group is expected to constitute a smaller proportion of the U.S. population by 2045 compared to past years?

    <p>Non-Hispanic White people (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What phenomenon describes the irrational fear one group has of another based on stereotypes and unfounded narratives?

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    What was the landmark court case that established the legal doctrine of 'separate but equal'?

    <p>Plessy v. Ferguson (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'hidden curriculum' refer to?

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    Which of the following is considered a significant piece of legislation for gender equality?

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    Which term was historically used derogatorily but has been reclaimed by the LGBTQI+ community?

    <p>Queer (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many states in the United States permit adoption by gay and lesbian individuals?

    <p>50 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor is NOT considered a determinant of a person's sexual orientation?

    <p>Gender (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What term describes the fear and mistreatment of LGBTQI+ individuals?

    <p>Heterosexism (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a consequence NOT associated with heterosexism in schools?

    <p>Increased support for LGBTQI+ advocacy groups (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the approximate suicide attempt rate for transgender males?

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    What percentage of the U.S. population was made up of undocumented immigrants as of 2017?

    <p>3.2% (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term describes public schools of choice that operate free from many traditional regulations?

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    What was the phenomenon called that began with European colonization of the Americas, Africa, and India in the late fifteenth century?

    <p>Globalization (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When a new immigrant student arrives in the classroom, what is the best first step for the teacher?

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    Why might using a subway example be ineffective for students in suburban or rural schools?

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    Which drug classification is currently impacting youth and families the most?

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    What does the education level of immigrant parents in the U.S. typically look like?

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    Which generation is known for having the most exposure to smart technology relative to their age?

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    Which of the following is not a way that teachers can support sexual diversity?

    <p>Persuading students and/or families to abandon restrictive religious views (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is not one of the four stated reasons that teachers should support sexual diversity in the classroom?

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    Which of the following terms refers to both children with disabilities and gifted and talented children?

    <p>Exceptional children (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which disability is often stereotyped as being associated with individuals in lower socioeconomic brackets?

    <p>Emotional disturbances (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which court case helped students with emotional disabilities achieve greater equality in schools?

    <p>Mills v. Board of Education (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which piece of federal legislation is foundational for protecting an equal education for children with disabilities?

    <p>Public Law 94-142, the Education for All Handicapped Children Act (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which law or mandate states that students should be educated in the general education setting whenever possible?

    <p>Least Restrictive Environment (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organization, founded by Eunice Kennedy Shriver, is a leading advocate for disability rights?

    <p>International Special Olympics (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    Acculturation

    The process of adopting the cultural traits of another group.

    Ethnic group identification

    The variable most associated with belonging to a particular ethnic group is ancestry (often the native country of one's ancestors).

    Race classification

    The continued use of race as a classifying variable is often due to the belief that racial differences matter and are important.

    2045 US racial makeup

    By 2045, half the US population is projected to be made up of diverse groups, while the other half will be non-Hispanic White.

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    Stereotyping

    The phenomenon of fearing or judging a group based on inaccurate generalizations.

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    Plessy v. Ferguson

    A landmark court case establishing the "separate but equal" doctrine.

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    Jim Crow laws

    Laws enacted to restrict the rights of African Americans after the Civil War.

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    De facto segregation

    Segregation in schools driven by housing inequality, not by law.

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    White privilege in schools

    The majority of school curriculums mainly focus on White European norms.

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    Multicultural education

    Incorporating diverse cultures in the context of education, respecting students' backgrounds to advance equality and social justice

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    Socioeconomic mobility (US)

    The chance for individuals to move between socioeconomic classes in the US is often limited, staying close to their original class.

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    Class

    A way to categorize individuals based on their socioeconomic status, influencing access to resources.

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    Homelessness cause (US)

    The lack of affordable housing is the primary driver of homelessness in the US.

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    Middle class shrinking reason

    Stagnant wages compared to inflation are significantly contributing to the shrinking of the middle class.

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    Pygmalion effect

    Teachers' positive expectations impact student performance, influencing how intelligent they are perceived to be.

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    Poverty (disability) percentage

    About 25% of individuals with disabilities live below the poverty line.

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    Hidden Curriculum

    Unplanned learning that can reinforce stereotypes or create assumptions, often from subliminal messages rather than direct communication.

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    Gender Rules

    Societal expectations and norms that dictate what behaviors and characteristics are considered appropriate for men and women.

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    Queer

    A term reclaimed and now considered empowering; used to describe people who don't identify as heterosexual.

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    Title IX

    Legislation that promotes gender equality and protects against discrimination based on sex.

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    Heterosexism

    The fear of or discrimination against LGBTQI+ individuals.

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    Transgender Males Suicide Attempt Rate

    Roughly half of trans male teens have attempted suicide, a high-risk group.

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    Sexual Orientation Factors [exclusions]

    Gender is NOT a factor in determining a person's sexual orientation, other factors are.

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    Adoption by Gay/Lesbian

    In all US states, gay and lesbian individuals can adopt children.

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    Exceptional Children

    A term encompassing both children with disabilities and gifted and talented children.

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    Emotional Disturbances

    A disability category often stereotyped as being associated with lower socioeconomic backgrounds.

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    Brown v. Board of Education

    Landmark Supreme Court case that overturned "separate but equal" segregation laws.

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    Mills v. Board of Education

    Court case which positively affected educational rights for students with emotional disabilities.

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    Public Law 94-142 (Education for All Handicapped Children Act)

    Federal law ensuring a "free appropriate public education" for all children with disabilities.

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    Least Restrictive Environment

    Educational setting where students with disabilities are placed in general education classrooms whenever possible.

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    Americans with Disabilities Act

    Key legislation protecting the rights of people with disabilities in various aspects of life, following the 1960s.

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    Ableism

    Discrimination or prejudice against individuals with disabilities based on societal perceptions of superiority.

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    Universal Declaration of Human Rights

    An international document that proclaims the rights and freedoms of all human beings, including the right to education.

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    Multicultural Teaching

    A teaching approach that values and incorporates the cultures and experiences of all students in the classroom.

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    Culturally Responsive Teaching

    Teaching practices that acknowledge and affirm the cultures of students, using their experiences as strengths and reflecting their cultures in the teaching process.

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    Multicultural Curriculum

    A curriculum that includes the histories, experiences, traditions, and cultures of all students in an accurate and authentic way.

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    Cooperative Learning

    A teaching strategy that involves grouping students to work together to support and learn from each other.

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    Charter schools

    Public schools that operate with less government regulation than traditional public schools.

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    Undocumented immigrants (2017)

    About 3.2% of the U.S. population in 2017.

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    Globalization start

    The process of greater interconnectedness and exchange between countries, starting in the late 15th century.

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    Welcoming new immigrant student

    Teacher's first step with a new immigrant student: Find out school support.

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    Suburban/Rural Teaching Example

    Use examples relevant to students' experiences. Avoid unfamiliar situations like subways or taxis.

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    Immigrant Parent Education

    Immigrant parents have varied educational backgrounds, from no formal schooling to advanced degrees.

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    Opioids Epidemic

    A significant health problem impacting youth and families.

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    Child Gun Deaths (highest)

    The United States has the highest number of child gun deaths among the countries mentioned.

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    Study Notes

    Bias and Prejudice

    • Bias: a tendency or preference towards one group, can be intentional or unintentional
    • Prejudice: preconceived notions, negative attitudes, or judgments about a group of people

    Stereotypes

    • Stereotypes: generalized beliefs about a group, assumptions

    Housing and Segregation

    • Segregation influenced 4 areas: educational disparities, access to quality education, economic inequality, social and cultural isolation
    • 5 determinants of socioeconomic status (SES): income, education, occupation, wealth/assets, social capital

    Social Class Breakdown

    • Social class breakdown in America: upper class, upper-middle class, middle class, working class, lower class
    • Regional breakdowns: Northeast, Midwest, South, West

    Rural, Suburban, and Urban Areas

    • Rural areas: low population density, less developed infrastructure, limited access to healthcare and education
    • Suburban areas: well-developed infrastructure, access to education and healthcare, amenities, upper-middle class
    • Urban areas: dense population, fast-paced, developed infrastructure, overcrowding may affect quality of life and access to quality education

    Intersectionality and Identity

    • Intersectionality: how different aspects of a person's identity combine to create unique experiences
    • Components of identity: race, ethnicity, gender, sexuality, age, socioeconomic status, disability, religion, geography

    Needs for Exceptional Students

    • 3 types of needs: academic, social/emotional, behavioral

    Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)

    • ACEs: severe trauma or multiple traumatic events impacting health later in life

    Anti-Bias Education Domains

    • Domains/goals: identity, diversity, justice, action

    Universal Design for Learning (UDL)

    • UDL components: engagement, representation, and expression through varied assessment methods, use of technology, scaffolding, and frequent check-ins

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