Culture and Cognitive Development

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This paper shows that various cultural influences have an affect on cognitive skills of students. Teachers must be aware of what may influence how a student is apt to learn, especially in a multicultural setting. The paper shows that students in such a multicultural environment have several variables to deal with while learning.

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Abstract
Culture and Cognitive Development
The Changing Face of the Typical Student
Stereotypes
Assimilation and Acculturation
Thematic Units
Involving Parents
Assessment
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"An example of the language stereotype seen in the U.S. is the idea that someone with a Southern drawl is slow and lazy when it comes to physical labor (Lessow-Hurley, 2005). Many people today will attach the idea that a person with a Latin accent will not perform well academically. This is a false stereotype that can negatively affect the cognitive development of a student who hears it over and over until they believe it themselves. Students and teachers alike must understand that different languages and cultures should be celebrated in the classroom, not looked upon as a hindrance to the educational process."

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