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For decades, scholars in the field of education have underscored cultural competence (Gay, 2010; Howard, 2006) that reverses the underachievement of diverse populations while transforming the educational setting. Research indicates that culturally competent educators acknowledges and builds on cultural diversity (Gay 2002; Institute for Educational Leadership, 2010). In order to promote effective learning, individuals must feel fully appreciated within their own unique identities (i.e. ethnicities, language differences, socioeconomic status, gender, religions). Culturally competent educators employ practices that identify students themselves as resources and honor assets possessed within the context of the school community. This publication will explore best practices and considerations for building culturally competent comprehensive programming and serve as a courier for stakeholders fostering inclusive and forward thinking opportunities in PK‑20 settings.
Topics for chapters may include, but not limited to:
Cultural Competence in Elementary Schools
Cultural Competence in Middle Schools
Cultural Competence in High Schools
Ethical Considerations in Addressing Cultural Competence in Schools
Considerations for Cultural Competence in Schools
Models of Implementing Cultural Competence in PK 14 settings
Curriculum Integration and the Culturally Competent Instructor
The Culturally Competent Classroom
Theories of Culturally Competent Learning
The Role of Community in Developing Cultural Competence
Organizational Development and Cultural Competence
Culturally Competent Practices
Cultural Competence and Academic Achievement
Cultural Competence and Leadership
Culturally Competence Teaching Strategies
If you have any questions, or would like feedback on a specific idea or concept, please feel free to contact me directly.
Dr. Katherine Sprott
Lamar University
P.O. Box 10034
Beaumont, Tx 77710
409-880-7472
[email protected]
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