Culturally Proficient Practice
Supporting Educators of English Learning Students
- Reyes L. Quezada - University of San Diego, USA
- Delores B. Lindsey - California State University, San Marcos, USA
- Randall B. Lindsey - California State University Los Angeles, USA
Foreword by Donaldo Macedo
U.S. demographics are quickly shifting, and it is more important than ever to reach and teach English learning students. Designed to empower educators to become agents of change in their classrooms, schools, and communities, this guide introduces the principles of Cultural Proficiency and how they can help improve educators' ability to effectively teach English language learners. This book features:
Activities that build core Cultural Proficiency skills and promote personal transformation
A chapter-by-chapter rubric for working effectively with English learning students
A conversation-starting case story featuring the River View School District
Strategies for using action research to improve the success of English learning students
By focusing on Cultural Proficiency—and the underlying causes of EL achievement gaps—educators can uncover ways to break down academic barriers and use students' cultural background as educational assets.
"I find this book to be a rich and valuable resource for every education professional working in a diverse society. While it exposes the many complex cultural issues that are present in schools, especially in working with English learning students and their families, it proposes a meaningful and practical approach to achieving a viable level of cultural proficiency in education professionals. Bravo!"
"Teachers, administrators and counselors not yet familiar with notions of cultural proficiency should read this book cover to cover. This book is a 'must read' guide for those working with English language learners. With these tools at our disposal there should be no English learner 'left behind'."
