1. Classroom of america
Bias in educational materials used, teachers' expectations, tracking, testing bias, linguistic differences, and lack of positive role models all combine to offer a less than comprehensive education. ... Educational materials stressing the historical influences and cultural values of the dominant society, supported by a bombardment of outside media, cheat students in two ways. ... Testing bias is yet another aspect that leads to inequality in the educational system. On average, minorities score lower than whites on standardized tests. ... However, cultural specific content of tests, ...
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- Grade Level: Undergraduate