1. Diversity and Cultural Differences Social Class and Poverty OSDE – SES Dr. Sabrina Salmon

2. Cross-Cultural vs. Diversity Training Underrepresented Groups Well-Represented Groups Perceptions

3. Cross-Cultural Characteristics Culture Values Customs

4. What is the definition of class? social or economic position income education prestige power and control culture lifestyle race, religion, ethnicity self-image

5. 4 Quadrants Activity  The United States is a classless and egalitarian country. Strongly Agree Agree Disagree Strongly Disagree

6. People Like Us: Social Class in America

7. 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?

8. 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%2 BCode%2BLookup http://www.claritas.com/MyBestSegments/Default.jsp?ID=20&menuOption=ziplookup&pageName=ZIP%2 BCode%2BLookup  How have your perceptions about class changed after watching “People Like Us” and completing the previous activities?

9. 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.

10. 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.