Challenge stereotypes and biases from "summary" of Culturally Responsive Teaching by Geneva Gay
The concept of challenging stereotypes and biases is an essential component of culturally responsive teaching. Stereotypes are oversimplified beliefs or assumptions about a particular group of people, while biases are prejudices in favor of or against one thing, person, or group compared with another. Challenging stereotypes and biases involves recognizing and deconstructing the negative, inaccurate, or limited perceptions that individuals may hold about people from different cultural backgrounds. This process requires educators to examine their own beliefs and assumptions, as well as those of their students, in order to promote understanding and appreciation of diverse perspectives. By engaging in critical self-reflection and encouraging open dialogue in the classroom, teachers can create a safe and inclusive learning environment where students feel valued and respected. This approach helps to counteract...
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