LSC Diverse Learners in the Classsroom

by Schwartz, Stuart; Conley, Craig; Eaton, Lisa

• ISBN13: 9780072554069
• ISBN10: 0072554061
• Edition: 2nd
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2001-11-14
• Publisher: Learning Solutions

Summary

Teachers must be prepared to meet the needs of the wide range of diverse students in today's classrooms. The text, Diverse Learners in the Classroom, now in its second edition, provides both current and future teachers with accurate information about the different students whom they will be teaching and offers specific teaching tips to enhance the learning of diverse learners.In addition to offering important information about youngsters who are diverse, the text challenges the readers to assess and improve their attitudes about these students. Every chapter has a challenging simulation which requires thought and responses; empowerment tips and classroom activities are also provided.Widely used across the United States, Diverse Learners in the Classroom is excellent for college students who are preparing to be teachers in elementary and secondary schools. By using this text they will know what to expect and be ready to meet the many challenges of teaching all children.

Table of Contents

Preface: About This Worktext

Introduction: The Classroom Microcosm

1 Human Diversity in the Classroom

2 Diverse Cultures in the Classroom

3 Race and Ethnicity in the Classroom

4 Gender in the Classroom

5 Sexual Orientation in the Classroom

6 Religious Diversity in the Classroom

7 Socioeconomics in the Classroom

8 Physical Differences in the Classroom

9 Learning Differences in the Classroom

10 Gifted and Talented in the Classroom

11 Developmental Delays in the Classroom

12 Health Differences in the Classroom

13 Communication Diversity in the Classroom

14 Behavior Differences in the Classroom

15 Sensory Diversity in the Classroom

16 Family Issues in the Classroom

17 The Laws of Human Diversity

18 Making a Difference in Society

Appendices

A Nondiscrimination Policy

B Encourage Diversity Thinking

C Different Friends

D Suggested Readings

E National Diversity Programs and Services