Culturally Responsive Learning Environment (CRLE)

Which of the following is NOT one of the eight elements of a culturally responsive learning environment (CRLE) mentioned in the chapter?

• Includes multimedia

• Is clean, aromatic, and non-institutional

• Has a sense of belonging that is teacher-centered

• Inviting and welcoming

What are the three categories into which the eight elements of CRLE can be grouped?

• Physical attraction, arrangement, and atmosphere

• Design, layout, and functionality

• Color, texture, and space

• Materials, engagement, and diversity

What is the purpose of critically examining the materials and images displayed in the classroom according to the chapter?

• To ensure they are colorful and attractive

• To ensure they are representative of the students' cultures

• To ensure they are commercially produced

• To ensure they are up to date with the latest technology

What should a CRLE go beyond according to the chapter?

• Beyond the physical boundaries of the classroom

• Beyond superficial representations of cultural diversity

• Beyond the use of technology in teaching

• Beyond the standard curriculum

Which of the following is NOT one of the steps for getting started with Culturally Responsive Teaching (CRT) implementation?

• Self-reflection

• Student assessment

• Curriculum review

• Purchasing new commercial products

What is the overall purpose of creating a CRLE as described in the chapter?

• To standardize the classroom environment

• To celebrate the diversity of the classroom community

• To minimize the use of multimedia in teaching

• To focus solely on academic performance

According to Barbara Shade, Cynthia Kelly, and Mary Oberg (1997), a culturally responsive learning environment means that your room:

• Is only welcoming to students and not to guests

• Has a sense of belonging and has opportunities for learning centers

• Is arranged without space for movement to guests and collaborative learning

• Does not include multimedia

Which of the following is NOT one of the three categories that can sum up the eight elements of an effective culturally responsive learning environment?

• Physical attraction

• Arrangement

• Cultural responsiveness

• Atmosphere

What is a design fundamental for aligning physical space in a classroom according to Kathleen Roskos and Susan Neuman (2011)?

• Physical space should be restricted to minimize distractions

• Physical space should be aligned to instructional goals

• Physical space should be used for decorative purposes only

• Physical space should not influence the arrangement and organization

According to the research by Peter Barrett, Lucinda Barrett, and Fay Davies, what percentage of the variance in students' academic progress can be attributed to the design of the physical learning space?

• Up to 25%

• Up to 50%

• Up to 75%

• The design of the physical learning space has no impact on academic progress