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londonang · **on:** Jun 20, 2018

Describe what is meant by cultural competence and discuss how awareness of cultural norms can influence educational practice. Give an example of a cultural stereotype in the school context and discuss how teachers can be effective in working with school-age children from diverse cultural backgrounds.

What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

A student who is doing a science experiment and attends to more than one feature of the materials simultaneously is exhibiting:

a. Class inclusion
b. Conservation
c. Decentration
d. Seriation

TheNamesImani · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 20, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Cultural competence is respecting and responding positively to group differences. Responses must includes opportunities for meaningful intercultural interactions. Examples in the school context could include exploring cultural values through literature, establishing Internet pen pals, and fostering discussion among diverse individuals, not superficial activities such as introducing food, crafts, or holiday celebrations.

Answer to Question 2

C