Deck 6: Approaches to Multicultural Education: From Frameworks to Action

Question 1

A ___________ is a conceptual framework of sequential stages designed to meet a specific instructional purpose.

Answer 1

model

Question 2

An early childhood curricular model provides

A)suggestions for children's instruction and assessment.
B)specific directions for early childhood classroom organization.
C)guidelines for organizing instruction to meet learning outcomes.
D)instructional materials to teach young children.

Answer 2

C

Question 3

It is important to choose a model or approach because

A)it defines ways to design learning experiences.
B)it provides instructional support.
C)it helps to know what materials to use.
D)it provides ideas and suggestions.

Answer 3

A

Question 4

The anti-bias approach assumes that

A)everyone has differences and commonalities.
B)teachers also come from diverse cultures.
C)developmental changes in children are constant.
D)caretakers should design their own curriculum.

Question 5

The social justice curriculum is based on

A)a unique structure for multicultural curriculum.
B)equality for diverse students.
C)community resources.
D)fairness and equality.

Question 6

Some education experts define "curriculum" as

A)developmentally appropriate lessons.
B)culturally diverse activities for young children.
C)all that happens in the classroom.
D)the relationship of instruction to the young child.

Question 7

Curriculum guidelines that define a theoretical method used to attain a specific instructional purpose are known as ____________.

Question 8

Early childhood professionals should ensure that multicultural teaching

A)keeps the children engaged and happy.
B)does not contain trivial and stereotypical content.
C)follows one of the professional models and approaches.
D)is approved by the school district and the principal.

Question 9

Banks's decision making and social integration curriculum approach is marked by

A)children's use of analysis skills.
B)small and large motor activities.
C)teacher and parental involvement.
D)NAEYC educational standards.

Question 10

Curriculum in multicultural early childhood program

A)provides time for play and exercise.
B)is characterized by a variety of rich learning materials.
C)has pertinent and appropriate learning experiences.
D)addresses the child's developmental and cultural needs and interests.

Question 11

Sleeter and Grant's Approach IV: Multicultural Approach

A)is based on cultural make-up of the child's community.
B)requires special teacher certification.
C)is based on valuing of cultural pluralism.
D)is implemented in sequence with other approaches.

Question 12

The anti-bias approach provides

A)suggestions for developing early childhood curricula.
B)suggestions for working with children of various cultures.
C)classroom guidelines to build acceptance and respect for others.
D)ideas to develop learning activities for children with challenges.

Question 13

Sleeter and Grant's human relations approach is grounded in ___________ .

Question 14

The anti-bias approach is aimed at building concepts of _______.

Question 15

Banks's transformational approach requires teachers to

A)provide cultural input into the curriculum.
B)follow developmental guidelines.
C)use frequent assessment to measure progress.
D)merge new material with the familiar.

Question 16

A curriculum for young children of diverse backgrounds must be

A)in compliance with standards of early childhood education.
B)developmentally and culturally responsive to the child.
C)inclusive of English language skills and prosocial skills.
D)inclusive of parental and community resources.

Question 17

The Multicultural Principles developed by the Head Start program

A)are government guidelines for planners of early childhood curricula.
B)mandate equitable resources for young children and teachers.
C)are used in most teaching models and approaches in public schools.
D)emphasize the role and relevance of culture in the lives of children.

Question 18

The Head Start Multicultural Principles are guidelines for

A)classroom organization for children.
B)program and curricular development.
C)teaching culturally diverse young children.
D)selection of appropriate classroom materials.

Question 19

Multicultural models and approaches are based on the basic principles of ____________ and ______________.

Question 20

James Banks's curriculum model consists of

A)levels of integration.
B)diverse activities.
C)guidelines for teachers.
D)multicultural content.

Question 21

Discuss which multicultural teaching model would best fit your present or future teaching style and explain your choice.

Question 22

Critical Reflection Questions
How would you integrate play into the formal models and approaches presented in the chapter?

Question 23

Critical Reflection Questions
If creativity is important in the education of young children, does the formal framework of any curriculum impact it?

Question 24

Critical Reflection Questions
How would you handle teaching young children about social issues that conflict with their parents' beliefs and values?

Question 25

Explain how developmentally appropriate practices relate to the curriculum models and approaches for young children.

Question 26

Select the teaching elements that you consider to be the most important and that should be included in every multicultural model and approach.

Question 27

Critical Reflection Questions
What strategies would you use to impart the importance of curriculum models and approaches to early childhood professionals?

Question 28

Anti-bias approach is one of the most effective teaching strategies used in early childhood education. In your own words, explain the main tenets and foundation of this practice.

Question 29

Critical Reflection Questions
What is the most important reason for having a formal model for organizing instruction?

Question 30

Explain why it is important for current and future early childhood professionals to follow a formal model or approach when implementing a multicultural curriculum. Support your response with examples.