Diversity, Equity, and Inclusive Education Flashcards

The term 'culturally responsive teaching' in early childhood education primarily means:

Answer: Incorporating children's home cultures, languages, and experiences into curriculum and interactions

Culturally responsive teaching affirms children's identities by weaving their home cultures and languages into daily learning experiences.

Under IDEA (Individuals with Disabilities Education Act), children with disabilities ages 3–5 are entitled to:

Answer: A free appropriate public education (FAPE) in the least restrictive environment

IDEA guarantees FAPE in the least restrictive environment for eligible children with disabilities ages 3–21, including preschoolers.

An Individualized Education Program (IEP) for a preschool child with a disability MUST include:

Answer: Present levels of performance, measurable annual goals, and services to be provided

IDEA requires IEPs to document the child's present levels, annual goals, and specific services, among other required components.

Which practice BEST supports dual language learners (DLLs) in an early childhood classroom?

Answer: Valuing and incorporating children's home languages while scaffolding English

Research shows that supporting the home language strengthens both the first language and English acquisition, and affirms children's cultural identities.

The concept of 'least restrictive environment' (LRE) means that children with disabilities should:

Answer: Be educated alongside peers without disabilities to the maximum extent appropriate

LRE requires placement with peers without disabilities to the maximum extent appropriate, with supplementary aids and services to support success.

Anti-bias education in early childhood classrooms is BEST described as:

Answer: Actively challenging prejudice and promoting equity, fairness, and respect for diversity

Anti-bias education, as defined by Derman-Sparks, actively addresses prejudice and promotes critical thinking about fairness and diversity.