Stereotyping Research Paper

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Stereotyping a student or his/her family might negatively affect your teaching by undermining the potential for an optimal relationship. Not understanding or respecting a family’s cultural beliefs can have a negative impact on the student and the aid recommended by professionals. Considering the cultural beliefs of the family, including school, living, and view of peoples with exceptionalities, will help you determine the best plan for each student and his/her family, without creating distrust or tension in the relationship. Stereotyping, accidental or not, can negatively affect the development and attitude of parents toward home-school partnerships and might diminish the learning opportunities and/or educational plan for the student at hand.