10 Best Practices for Establishing Equity in the Classroom

1) Use class building and teambuilding activities to promote solidarity and inter2)
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peer support to boost academic achievement.

Model the use of graphic organizers.
Incorporate the use of heritage languages in the classroom.
Utilize a variety of visual aids and media to support student learning.
Bulletin boards, displays, instructional materials and other visuals reflect the

racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds of students.

6) Organize the classroom seating chart to promote and accommodate
discussion.
7) Ensure all paralanguage (body language, gestures, expressions, tone, etc.)
convey a message that all student questions and opinions are important and
valued.
8) Ensure the use of teacher proximity is equitable with all students (low,
medium, high).
9) Welcome all students by their name as they enter the classroom with equal
enthusiasm.
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Use eye contact consistently and equally with all student populations.