Two paragraphs with at least 100 words per paragraph explaining the following which should include a reference for each individual paragraph.
1. Discuss why creating culturally relevant learning experiences incorporating the values of diverse cultures and communities is important. Describe how this can be done when teaching reading.
2. When students first begin interacting with text, their goal is to learn to read. Discuss the process of reading and how students’ progress to reading to learn. Include discussion about the effect of reading skills on all content areas and as a life skill.