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Why are labels potentially damaging to children in education?
Why are labels potentially damaging to children in education?
- They encourage systematic examination of instructional variables.
- They may lead to low expectations and differential treatment. (correct)
- They promote positive self-concept development.
- They accurately explain learning difficulties.
What is the danger of labels that describe a child's performance deficit?
What is the danger of labels that describe a child's performance deficit?
- They promote peer acceptance and support.
- They lead to the child's increased self-concept.
- They provide educators with built-in excuses for ineffective instruction. (correct)
- They encourage systematic examination of instructional variables.
How do labels like 'Andy has Autism' impact the perception of learning problems?
How do labels like 'Andy has Autism' impact the perception of learning problems?
- They emphasize the role of effective instruction.
- They promote inclusive education practices.
- They suggest learning problems are primarily due to the child. (correct)
- They encourage peers to support and help the labeled child.
What is a potential consequence of labeling a child with a learning disability?
What is a potential consequence of labeling a child with a learning disability?
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Why is it difficult for a labeled child to achieve the status of 'just another kid'?
Why is it difficult for a labeled child to achieve the status of 'just another kid'?
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How do labels like 'Jane has dyslexia' impact educators?
How do labels like 'Jane has dyslexia' impact educators?
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What role do special education labels play in keeping children out of regular classrooms?
What role do special education labels play in keeping children out of regular classrooms?
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What is a potential negative effect of labeling children from diverse backgrounds as disabled?
What is a potential negative effect of labeling children from diverse backgrounds as disabled?
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How do labels that describe a child's performance deficit potentially impact instructional accountability?
How do labels that describe a child's performance deficit potentially impact instructional accountability?
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