Description:
"The case study presents a picture of the reality we have
all experienced, while the ‘how to’ and ‘can do’ chapters reflect a spirit of
optimism and well crafted strategies to help leaders and others to develop
cultural proficiency. This is not a simple step by step description of
assuming attitudes, behaviors, and values advocated by the authors as
consisting of cultural proficiency. It is, instead, a work which demands
reflection, experimentation, and insight into organizational and personal
aspects of associating with one another."
From the Foreword
by Flora Ida Ortiz, Professor
University of California, Riverside
"The blend of
theory with practical exercises, including reflective activities, allows this
book to have a profound impact on the thinking and professional behavior of
current and prospective educational leaders."
Michael Dantley,
Associate Professor of Educational Leadership
Miami University, Ohio
Meet the
educational needs of all students within our diverse society!
Leaders need to be
responsive to different ethnic, linguistic, and religious subcultures or they
will place many students at risk of being excluded from the benefits of a
high-quality education. By valuing diversity and preserving the cultural
dignity of students, cultural proficiency enables educators to create an
inclusive and instructionally powerful learning environment.
The
Culturally Proficient School
provides the
practical strategies, tools, and resources needed to successfully implement
cultural proficiency throughout an organization. Providing many opportunities
for discussion and contemplation, this book features:
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Reflective
activities for individuals or groups
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Sample
conversations around issues of diversity, multiculturalism, equity
entitlement, and racism
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Typical behaviors
associated with culturally proficient leadership organized around the
responsibilities of school leaders
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Professional
development activities
By using diversity
as an educational resource, cultural proficiency dramatically increases the
likelihood that all students will be successful learners. Designed
primarily for principles, assistant principals, and other school-based
leaders, this innovative field book is a perfect resource for leadership
academies.
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