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Culturally Responsive Education
DDOE defines Culturally Responsive as intentionally acknowledging and valuing the diversity, contributions, and experiences of every educator and learner by providing opportunities for individuals to see themselves and others in their learning, leading to:
Academic
Achievement
- There must be evidenced belief that all students are capable of academic success
- There must be evidenced support for academic achievement for all students
Cultural Competence
- There must be affirmation of students’ cultural identities
- There must be opportunities for students to develop understanding of and respect for others’ culture
Socio-Political Consciousness
- There must be a willingness to engage students in recognizing, understanding, and critiquing social inequities
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Adapted from the work of Dr. Gloria Ladson-Billings
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Last Modified on January 20, 2022