Implicit Bias for Educators Flashcards

Questions and Answers

Which of the following are linguistic supports and strategies that can be used to help students with diverse language needs succeed? (Select all that apply)

Linguistic scaffolding

Visual aids

Collaborative learning

All of the above (correct)

Explicit bias comprises the unconscious, subtle associations you make among people.

False

Which five strategies can be used to reduce the impact of implicit bias?

Counter-stereotypic imaging, increased positive contact, individuation, perspective taking and stereotype replacement

Culturally responsive teaching integrates students' background knowledge and prior life experiences into the curriculum.

True Signup and view all the answers

What term describes mental shortcuts that your brain uses to process information quickly and organize it into categories?

Schema Signup and view all the answers

What kind of cooperative learning involves having students in a small group pass around a single piece of paper with a question written on it?

Roundtable Signup and view all the answers

If you say something that could be considered insensitive, what should you do? (Select all that apply)

Gather information Signup and view all the answers

How long does it typically take for an ESL student to achieve cognitive academic language proficiency (CALP)?

Five to seven years Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following are culturally responsive instructional strategies? (Select all that apply)

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What is it called when you explicitly teach and model cognitive-learning strategies?

Cognitively guided instruction Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Linguistic Supports for Diverse Students

Implement various linguistic supports and strategies to assist students with diverse language needs.

Understanding Bias

Explicit bias does not refer to unconscious associations; it is conscious and overt.
Implicit bias can influence perceptions subconsciously and subtly.

Strategies to Reduce Implicit Bias

Utilize counter-stereotypic imaging to challenge existing stereotypes.
Foster increased positive contact with diverse groups to mitigate bias.
Employ individuation by focusing on individual characteristics rather than group identities.
Practice perspective taking to enhance empathy and understanding.
Replace stereotypes with informed and positive knowledge.

Culturally Responsive Teaching

Culturally responsive pedagogy involves integrating students' cultural backgrounds and life experiences into lessons and activities.

Cognitive Processing Terms

Schema refers to mental shortcuts for organizing information based on relationships and categories.

Cooperative Learning Techniques

Roundtable is a cooperative learning technique where students collaboratively respond to a question by passing around a single paper.

Addressing Cultural Insensitivity

When an insensitive remark occurs, respond by calmly examining the situation, respecting others' feelings, gathering information, acknowledging the impact, and adjusting behavior accordingly.

Language Proficiency Timeline

English-as-a-second-language (ESL) students typically require five to seven years to achieve cognitive academic language proficiency (CALP).

Culturally Responsive Instructional Strategies

A wide range of culturally responsive instructional strategies can be employed to enhance learning among diverse student populations.

Cognitive Learning Strategies

Cognitively guided instruction involves explicitly teaching cognitive-learning strategies and helping students monitor their comprehension.

Description

Test your knowledge on implicit bias and cultural responsiveness in education with these flashcards. Explore linguistic supports and strategies that can assist diverse learners while challenging misconceptions about bias. Engage with key concepts that are crucial for fostering an inclusive classroom environment.