ash ece 405 entire course ASH ECE 405 Week 3 Assignment The IRIS Center Modu | Page 2

page) which addresses the cultural differences that exist between Maria, Mr. Bennett and the school. Using at least one external resource to help you better understand Maria’s culture: § Analyze how Maria’s bilingualism is being addressed by the school and Mr. Bennett and any cultural or linguistic considerations which seem to have been largely ignored. § Suggest possible reasons for Maria’s behavior in the classroom, tardiness for school and Maria’s parents’ perceived lack of involvement in her education. § Assess what this scenario tells us about the concept of multicultural education and how race and gender come into play. § Recommend strategies which you, as her teacher, would use to better equip Maria for academic success. At a minimum, use one external source, in addition to the course text. Remember to cite all references using APA style