Cultural Competency

Using “Ten Quick Ways to Analyze Children’s Books for Racism and Sexism,” select a piece of children’s literature from the library or your own collection to evaluate for bias. 

In 500-750 words, conduct a text analysis using the 10 guidelines mentioned in the article, defending your conclusion.  After you complete the analysis, in 100-150 words, describe where you think the text falls on the Cultural Competence Continuum and why. Submit both portions as one assignment.

Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.

This assignment uses a rubric. Review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the expectations for successful completion. The rubic is attached

The link:

 Ten Quick Ways to Analyze Childrens Books for Sexism And Racism

Read “Ten Quick Ways to Analyze Childrens Books for Sexism And Racism ” by Derman-Sparks and the A.B.C. Task Force, located on the Teaching for Change website.

http://www.teachingforchange.org/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/ec_tenquickways_english.pdf