A B The Deficit Approach
According to, The Deficit Model Is Harming Your Students, well-intentioned educators sometimes fall into the trap of a deficit approach to students and their learning. In your own words, define the deficit approach. Have you seen the deficit approach in your school experience? Do you believe it is something to be concerned about as a future teacher? Why or why not?
Am Br The “tough” subjects
What are some of the tough subjects or tough questions that are not typically addressed in school? Why is it often difficult to approach these subjects?
N M
Hello All, I hope everyone is well. In the scenario presented, number one, I would be very embarrassed, and concerned for how my superior would perceive this. I would not want my reputation, hard work, and genuine drive for my passion in the profession to be compromised due to this incident. I would speak directly to my superior, in this case, Connie, and be forthcoming and sincere in my delivery.
I would explain that although this joke was sent to her email, it was not meant for her, and I should not have been exchanging jokes during work hours much less in the work environment or platform. Essentially, I would be honest and direct, admit my wrongdoing, and simply ask Connie what can be done on my part moving forward.
This interferes and contradicts with the Model Code of Ethics in that, it undermines the responsibility to the profession in being consistent for accountability, responsibility for competence, being held to high standards, responsibility to students, as well as the school community.
Mistakes will happen, that is life, however, when something intentionally done is carried out, knowing, it is wrong, against the rules, or better judgement, it is unacceptable; at the very least the individual should admit, apologize, and seek a solution moving forward, that is, if the superior or boss, provides he or she with a second chance.
The Professional Dispositions of Learners has also been compromised regarding advocacy, dedication, high expectations, and respect to school community/staff.
Ama Bru
Why is it important to teach using culturally competent and relevant texts, resources, and materials? What are the benefits of using culturally competent materials in the classroom? Provide specific examples.
L T
Professor and Class,
Depending on the grade and age of the students, I as an educator would make the proper adjustments to the curriculum. Sometimes, providing resources to particular cultures has proven to be difficult, I would do my best to provide the resources, as well as move away from any standardized testing that I could. To assess the different cultural backgrounds, I would apply the different cultural instruments, as well as ask for the assistance of diverse individuals to help me put together a more unbiased curriculum. This would hopefully provide a better outcome, as well as higher grades in minorities, and a possible change in criteria when creating culturally biased curriculums while raising awareness.
R M
Hello Professor and Class,
I would address the culturally biased curriculum in a professional manner and communicate my concerns to the administration. I would discuss with administration how I feel very uncomfortable with the curriculum and concerned that it may be harmful for students because it is biased towards race, ethnicities and cultures of others and it stereotypes students which can make them feel as if they don’t belong as well as negatively impact their self confidence and self esteem. I would ask administration if I could use alternative curriculum that positively depicts a range of cultures, so that all students feel important and that they belong.
