Write a personal philosophy statement about working with diverse families (the statement should tell what you believe about developing strong, reciprocal relationships with diverse families). Then, tell how your philosophy shows in your work with your children and families.
540-culture and asset
Part of an asset-based approach to working with ELs is recognizing the cultural and linguistic resources they possess. The asset-based approach contrasts with the deficit-based model that once dominated how many viewed English learners. As educators, we can help close the inequity gap faced by our diverse student population by