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Diversity and Cultural Differences Social Class and Poverty
OSDE – SES
Dr. Sabrina Salmon
Cross-Cultural vs. Diversity Training
• Underrepresented Groups
• Well-Represented Groups
• Perceptions
Cross-Cultural Characteristics
• Culture
• Values
• Customs
What is the definition of class?
• social or economic position• income• education• prestige• power and control• culture• lifestyle• race, religion, ethnicity• self-image
4 Quadrants Activity The United States is a classless and egalitarian country.
•Strongly Agree
• Agree
• Disagree
• Strongly Disagree
People Like Us: Social Class in America
Household Income Which states have the highest household
incomes? Which states have the lowest household
incomes? How does Oklahoma rank in reference to the
median income in the US? What are some possible educational
implications of various income levels?
Communities What are some social factors that are prevalent in all
communities? How might teachers engage parents or guardians and the
community in educational activities? What are some assumptions that you have about the
students who will be in your classroom? Enter your prospective school’s zip code in the following
link: http://www.claritas.com/MyBestSegments/Default.jsp?ID=20&menuOption=ziplookup&pageName=ZIP%2BCode%2BLookup
How have your perceptions about class changed after watching “People Like Us” and completing the previous activities?
Culture and Class Critique Write a critique of culture and class in the US.
How will your awareness of socioeconomic factors influence the following:
Instructional practices; Relationships with students, parents, and staff
members; and Professional development goals.
References Payne, R. K. (2005). A framework for understanding poverty
(4th ed.). Highlands, TX: RFT Publishing. Payne, R.K, DeVol, P.E., Smith, T.E. (2006). Bridges out of
poverty: Strategies for professionals. Highland, TX: Aha! Process, Inc.
Van Soest, D., and B. Garcia. (2008). Diversity education for social justice: Mastering teaching skills (2nd ed). Alexandria, VA: CSWE Press.
U.S. Census Bureau, (2011). Weighted Average Poverty Thresholds.