CRT and The Brain Chapter 1 and 2 quiz

why do culturally and linguistically diverse students often remain dependent learners?

• a) Their cognitive growth is stunted due to educational inequity

• b) They are not interested in learning

• c) They do not receive the same level of instruction as other students

• d) Both a and c

How is culturally responsive teaching (CRT) defined by Hammond?

• a) CRT is a pedagogical approach focusing solely on cultural differences.

• b) CRT is an educator's ability to recognize and respond to students' cultural displays of learning, connect it to new concepts, and promote effective information processing while maintaining a positive relationship with the student.

• c) CRT is a pedagogical approach that solely focuses on reducing behavior problems.

• d) CRT is a set of teaching techniques that are applicable to all students, regardless of their cultural background.

What is the main goal of the 'Ready for Rigor' framework?

• To segregate students based on their cultural backgrounds.

• To prepare teachers for dealing with difficult students.

• To help teachers understand the basics of culturally responsive pedagogy and translate it into culturally responsive teaching practices.

• To promote a uniform teaching style that applies to all students.

What is the role of culturally responsive teaching in bridging the achievement gap?

• CRT is the key tool for helping students move out of the achievement gap by stimulating the brain's neuroplasticity.

• CRT is focused only on the reduction of behavior problems.

• CRT is a method of teaching that ignores the achievement gap.

• CRT emphasizes the importance of learning the basics before moving on to more complex tasks.

What term does Hammond use to describe students who are unprepared for higher-order thinking, creative problem solving, and analytical reading and writing?

• Independent learners

• Culturally diverse learners

• Dependent learners

• Advanced learners