Culturally Proficient Inclusive Schools

Create inclusive educational environments that benefit ALL learners! As schools become more diverse with students of differing abilities and needs, this self-reflective and action-oriented guide helps you create and support more inclusive schools and classrooms that intentionally educate all students. Using the Five Essential Elements of Cultural Proficiency as a roadmap, this book presents:* Students' learning differences as just that - differences rather than deficits* Strategies that show you how to break though the common barriers to culturally proficient and inclusive schooling* Assessments that gauge your awareness and show you how to best serve every student's needs