Development of a Mixed-Methods Approach to Describe and Measure Culturally Responsive School Practices

• In Event: Responsively Engaging Students

Abstract

Racial and ethnic disparities in education are well-documented. In order to address this longstanding issue, consideration of race and culture, as well as the implementation of culturally responsive practices, are recommended by researchers and scholars. To ensure that culturally responsive practices are in place in schools, comprehensive assessment measures are needed. The purpose of this presentation is to report the results of the development and piloting of a mixed methods approach to assess culturally responsive practices in school settings. Implications for practice and future research will be discussed.

Authors

• Shana Ritter, Indiana University

• Lauren Ann Shure, Indiana University

• Laura Vandergrift Middelberg, Indiana University

• Russell J. Skiba, Indiana University

• Choong Chung, Indiana University

• Renae Azziz, Indiana University