Culturally Proficient Inclusive Schools: All Means All!

Delores B. Lindsey, California State University, San Marcos
Jacqueline S. Thousand, California State University, San Marcos
Cynthia L. Jew, California Lutheran University
Lori Piowlski, Minnesota State University, Mankato

Abstract

Create inclusive educational environments that benefit ALL learners!

As schools become more diverse with students of differing abilities and needs, this self-reflective and action-oriented guide helps you create and support more inclusive schools and classrooms that intentionally educate all students. Using the Five Essential Elements of Cultural Proficiency as a roadmap, this book presents:

• Students’ learning differences as just that – differences rather than deficits
• Strategies that show you how to break though the common barriers to culturally proficient and inclusive schooling
• Assessments that gauge your awareness and show you how to best serve every student’s needs