Funds of Knowledge Flashcards
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What does 'Funds of Knowledge' refer to?

  • Academic achievements
  • Networking opportunities
  • Social skills
  • Knowledge gained from experiences at home and with family (correct)

    • What is discourse?

    Shared ways of thinking, believing, communicating, knowing, and interacting taught through home culture and community experiences.

    The three aspects of background knowledge include _____, _____, and _____?

    Funds of Knowledge, Prior Knowledge, Academic Knowledge

    What does allowing opportunities for students to share their home experiences result in?

    <p>Resources useful in making connections between what the student brings and what is being taught.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the job of educators in connection to funds of knowledge?

    <p>Set up contextual and situational conditions that allow for students to share their hidden knowledge.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one way an educator can learn about the funds of knowledge?

    <p>Home Visits</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What events and experiences are tied to a student's understanding of the world?

    <p>Native language, primary discourse patterns, traditions, actions, and individual roles.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The concept of funds of knowledge provides a ______ _____ __________ _____ _________ ___________ of students who come from different cultures and speak different languages of that of the school.

    <p>lens for understanding the primary socialization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the DOTS strategy allow for funds of knowledge to become public?

    <p>The student writes down a connection or a word that displays knowledge that might not have come up if it wasn't for the assignment at hand.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a pro of giving students a chance to express their thoughts, views, or feelings?

    <p>Allows the teacher to listen and observe for student associations that could be used later in the lesson.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How must we understand what students know and how they communicate that knowledge?

    <p>Understand the cultural constructs that shaped the students before they arrived in the classroom.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to differentiate among funds of knowledge, prior knowledge, and academic knowledge?

    <p>It helps better understand that every student brings something to the lesson that can be connected to when teaching new vocabulary and academic concepts.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Funds of Knowledge

    • Represents knowledge acquired from experiences at home and family settings.

    Discourse

    • Refers to the collective ways individuals think, communicate, and interact, shaped by home culture and community.

    Aspects of Background Knowledge

    • Three key components:
      • Funds of Knowledge
      • Prior Knowledge
      • Academic Knowledge

    Importance of Student Sharing

    • Encouraging students to share personal experiences fosters connections between their knowledge and the curriculum.

    Educators' Role

    • Educators must create environments that allow students to express their unique knowledge and experiences.

    Learning about Funds of Knowledge

    • Home visits are an effective method for educators to understand students' backgrounds and knowledge bases.

    Unique Experiences and Understanding

    • Individual understanding is influenced by native language, personal discourse patterns, traditions, and roles in the community.

    Lens for Cultural Understanding

    • The funds of knowledge concept serves as a lens to understand the primary socialization of students from varied cultural backgrounds.

    DOTS Strategy

    • This strategy enables students to articulate connections or insights, illuminating otherwise hidden knowledge relevant to classroom discussions.

    Benefits of Open Expression

    • Allowing students to share thoughts enhances teacher awareness of student associations, which can strengthen trust and community in the classroom.

    Cultural Constructs in Communication

    • It is crucial to recognize how cultural influences shaped students' knowledge and communication styles before they enter the classroom.

    Differentiating Knowledge Types

    • Understanding the distinctions among funds of knowledge, prior knowledge, and academic knowledge aids in connecting students' experiences to new vocabulary and concepts.

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    This quiz explores the concept of 'Funds of Knowledge' and related terms. It covers definitions and significant aspects of background knowledge that students acquire through their home and community experiences. Engage with the key vocabulary to deepen your understanding of these important educational concepts.

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