Diversity Case Study and Analysis
Diversity affects the culture of the classroom, the teacher’s instructional design, and the lesson planning process. A respect for diversity should be evident in the classroom through curricular materials and discussion, as well as instructional decisions that honor students’ diverse needs.
Use the “Class Profile” to complete the assignment.
Part I: Case Study Analysis
Select two students from the “Class Profile.” Write a 150-250 word case study analysis for each student focused on your specific content area.
Include the following:
- Brief description of student’s specific learning needs
- Learning goal for student (“Student will be able to…”), aligned to specific standard (include standard and code)
- Activity and strategies to support stated learning goal
- Assessment that would support student attainment of the learning goal, and the feedback it would provide the student
Part II: Rationale
In addition, write a 500-750 word rationale for your pedagogical decisions, answering the following:
- How would you incorporate multiple perspectives in the discussion of content, including attention to students’ personal, family, and community experiences and cultural norms to promote the student success?
- How has your planning been informed and affected by what you have learned about learning theory, human development, cultural diversity, and individual differences?
- What are some of your personal biases related to these students or opportunities for growth that require examination in order for you to become an effective teacher, specifically by promoting ethical practice, building stronger relationships with students and parents, and creating more relevant learning experiences for all students?
Support your ideas with 3-5 scholarly resources.
Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide,
Topic 5 Benchmark – Classroom Diversity Case Study and Analysis
Diversity affects the culture of the classroom, the instructional design, and the lesson planning process. A respect for diversity should be evident in the classroom through curricular materials and discussion, as well as instructional decisions that honor students’ diverse needs.
Part I: Case Study Analysis
Select two students from the class profile below. Write a 150-250 word case study analysis for each student focused on your specific content area.
Include the following:
· Brief description of student’s specific learning needs
· Learning goal for student (“Student will be able to…”), aligned to specific standard (include standard and code)
· Activity and strategies to support stated learning goal
· Assessment that would support student attainment of the learning goal, and the feedback it would provide the student
Part II: Rationale
In addition, write a 500-750 word rationale for your pedagogical decisions, answering the following:
· How would you incorporate multiple perspectives in the discussion of content, including attention to students’ personal, family, and community experiences and cultural norms to promote the student success?
· How has your planning been informed and affected by what you have learned about learning theory, human development, cultural diversity, and individual differences?
· What are some of your personal biases related to these students or opportunities for growth that require examination in order for you to become an effective teacher, specifically by promoting ethical practice, building stronger relationships with students and parents, and creating more relevant learning experiences for all students?
Support your work with 3-5 scholarly sources.
Class Profile
Student Name
Grade
English Language Learner
Ethnicity
Gender
IEP/504
Other
Reading Performance Level
Student Interests
Eduardo
8
Low Intermediate
Mid SES
Hispanic
Male
No
Tier 2 RTI for reading
One year below grade level
Playing percussion in the school band
Jade
9
No
High SES
African American
Female
No
None
At grade level
Cheerleading; reading young adult literature
Lolita
10
No
Mid SES
Native American/
Pacific Islander
Female
None
Little access to technology at home
One year above grade level
Basketball team member; taking care of her two younger siblings
Kent
11
No
High SES
White
Male
Emotionally disabled
None
At grade level
Alternative music; drawing and art class
Ines
12
High Intermediate
Low SES
Hispanic
Female
Learning disabled (Dyscalculia)
Tier 2 RTI for math
One year below grade level
Working at the local coffee shop; member of the soccer team
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