Ch.5 Cultural Diversity Flashcards

Questions and Answers

Which of the following is not a way to increase academic achievement for children born into poverty?

Access to tutoring programs

Parental involvement in education

Increased funding for schools

Segregation of schools according to social class (correct)

A criticism of the McKinney-Vento Act is that...

The programs focus on the symptoms of homelessness rather than the causes.

Redlining refers to...

Refusal to lend money for mortgages or home improvements based on the home's location in an undesirable neighborhood.

The best definition for individual classism is...

Prejudiced attitudes and behaviors against others based on perception of their income or social standing. Signup and view all the answers

What is not a purpose of the McKinney-Vento Act?

To keep accurate records of homeless families in the U.S. Signup and view all the answers

How did the development of machines in the second half of the 1800s affect employment?

Machines streamlined production and farming and eliminated the jobs of many workers. Signup and view all the answers

Americans are most likely to blame poverty on...

Lack of effort or ability. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following definitions is not included in the definition of ageism?

The reminder that one's life is finite and mortal when faced with someone of advanced age Signup and view all the answers

A newspaper's headline proclaims 'Economy Remains Steady.' What argument can the article use to support this claim?

When exposed in terms of constant dollars, wages have not changed in 10 years. Signup and view all the answers

Schools that remain on the 'In need of improvement' list for four or five years have all the following options except...

Receiving the label of a 'failing' school Signup and view all the answers

Supporters for No Child Left Behind (NCLB) use what argument to support the use of standardized testing?

Standardized testing will identify underachieving students and schools. Signup and view all the answers

How do poverty and low birth weight affect the educational future of children?

These children experience higher dropout rates and lower future academic achievement. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following can have an adverse effect on student learning?

Environmental problems leading to poor health. Signup and view all the answers

What can be done to reduce the impact of poverty in schools?

Furnish tax incentives for worksites to provide child care centers for low-income workers. Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between family income and SAT scores?

The higher the income, the higher the SAT score. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not included in the definition of being middle class?

A full-time worker earning at least minimum wage Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Academic Achievement and Poverty

Segregation of schools based on social class does not enhance academic performance for children in poverty.
McKinney-Vento Act criticized for addressing symptoms of homelessness instead of its root causes.

Redlining and Financial Institutions

Redlining involves denying mortgage loans based on the location of homes in undesirable neighborhoods, exploiting low-income individuals.

Classism

Individual classism is characterized by prejudiced views towards others influenced by their income or social status.

McKinney-Vento Act

The Act does not aim to maintain accurate records of homeless families in the U.S.

Employment and Machinery

In the late 1800s, machines advanced production and farming, leading to job eliminations for many workers.

Perception of Poverty

Common belief in the U.S. attributes poverty to lack of effort or ability by individuals.

Definitions of Ageism

Current definitions of ageism exclude perspectives that remind individuals of life's finiteness when facing older people.

Economic Claims

To support claims of a steady economy, arguments may include that wages, adjusted for inflation, have remained unchanged over a decade.

School Performance

Schools listed as "In need of improvement" for several years can opt out of receiving the "failing" label.

Standardized Testing and No Child Left Behind

Advocates of NCLB argue standardized testing is crucial for identifying underperforming students and schools.

Impact of Poverty on Education

Children facing poverty and low birth weight are at greater risk for higher dropout rates and diminished academic success.

Environmental Health Factors

Adverse environmental conditions can significantly hinder student learning and health outcomes.

Mitigating Poverty's Effects

Providing tax incentives for worksites to create childcare centers can help alleviate the challenges of poverty in educational settings.

Income and Academic Performance

There is a positive correlation between family income levels and SAT scores; higher income typically corresponds to better scores.

Definition of Middle Class

Being classified as middle class does not necessarily include individuals making minimum wage full-time.

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Test your knowledge on cultural diversity with these flashcards from Chapter 5. This quiz covers key concepts related to education, homelessness, and societal challenges faced by children in poverty. Enhance your understanding of how these issues intersect.