According to the textbook,the self-fulfilling prophecy that expects minority students to perform poorly in school:
A)can never be overcome
B)can be overcome in schools where minority students compose more than 25 per cent of the student body
C)can be overcome by challenging minority students,giving them emotional support and encouragement,preparing a curriculum that gives more recognition to the accomplishments of their group and creating an environment in which they can relax and achieve
D)can be overcome by raising taxes and putting more money into improved educational facilities
E)none of these choices

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The self-fulfilling prophecy that expects minority students to perform poorly in school can be overcome by challenging minority students, giving them emotional support and encouragement, preparing a curriculum that gives more recognition to the accomplishments of their group, and creating an environment in which they can relax and achieve. This approach aims to address the psychological and cultural barriers that may impede academic success among minority students. The other options are either incorrect or insufficient in addressing the problem at hand.

According to the Textbook,the Self-Fulfilling Prophecy That Expects Minority Students