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• What are some of the myths about Asian American students in the classroom that Diane speaks about? Diane spoke about how some teachers thought Koreans pick up on English quickly and was surprised when her students didn’t know English. Also the math stereotype is always there.

• How does Diane suggest teachers reach out to Asian students? Find similarities within our langue or culture with the Asian students. Along with flash cards and one on one help the student my need extra help.

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• How are Asian students and their non-Asian counterparts affected by inappropriate teacher expectations and stereotypes? Teachers sometimes put unwarranted expiation on their Asia students and with this comes the degrading

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