Closing the Poverty & Culture Gap

This research-based book offers a comprehensive set of instructional strategies that have proven to make a significant difference in student learning when diverse cultures and poverty come into play. The author provides a six-part framework and key structures for working effectively with the influences of differing cultures and poverty and provides an enlightening discussion of topics such as: Why many cultures are "turned off" by educators' typical motivational approach What research says about issues that affect the brain's desire to learn Ways to build student resilience by using culturally appropriate practices in the classroom The learner's cognitive system and the instructional methods that help students apply what they learn to new situations The role of instructional leaders in gathering the appropriate resources to effectively address students' needs