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Abstract: Culturally responsive teaching (CRT) is an approach that recognizes and integrates students’ cultural backgrounds into the classroom. It aims to improve educational outcomes by bridging the gap between students’ home and school cultures. This article discusses the importance of adapting pedagogy to cultural context in CRT, including the theoretical foundations and practical implications. It …

Adapting Pedagogy to Cultural Context: The Importance of Culturally Responsive Teaching in Diverse Classrooms Read More »

Introduction The phenomenon of teachers citing Black boys for “behavioral issues” starting in 4th grade has been a persistent problem in American education for decades. Research has shown that students of color, particularly Black boys, are disproportionately disciplined and suspended for behavior that would not lead to such punishment for white students. This trend is …

Understanding Cultural Differences in Student Behavior: The Importance of Cultural Knowledge and Awareness in Education Read More »

Abstract: Educationally disadvantaged students face a myriad of challenges in their academic lives that make it difficult for them to acquire advanced skills. These challenges range from lack of resources, limited access to quality education, low socio-economic status, and inadequate teachers. To bridge the gap between educationally disadvantaged students and their advantaged counterparts, it is …

Teaching Advanced Skills to Educationally Disadvantaged Students: Strategies, Challenges, and Collaborative Efforts Read More »

Introduction In recent years, e-learning has become increasingly popular as more and more people seek to obtain education and acquire new skills through online platforms. However, the traditional one-size-fits-all approach to education has proven to be less effective in online learning environments, and personalized learning has emerged as a promising solution. Personalized learning is the …

Personalized E-Learning: Using Hybrid Recommendation Strategy and Learning Style Identification to Enhance Learner Engagement and Outcomes Read More »

In order to build inclusive and culturally responsive classrooms in 2023, it is important for educators to understand the significance of multicultural education and the impact of cultural exclusion on students’ emotional well-being. Culturally responsive teaching is an approach to education that recognizes and values the cultural backgrounds of all students and incorporates that understanding …

Building a Culturally Responsive Classroom Read More »

Only 20 percent of schools meet standards for “rigorous” remote-learning instruction The rapid pace of Covid-19–related school closures forced districts to switch to remote-learning plans under incredible time pressure. This urgent instructional retooling led to wide variation in program quality across a number of factors—including when remote instruction actually began. While many districts responded quickly …

School Districts’ Remote-Learning Plans May Widen Student Achievement Gap Read More »