Understanding and Mitigating Poverty's Effects on Learning

Teachers who understand the ways that poverty can affect learning and behavior are better able to help students succeed. This module provides research findings, brain connections and specific strategies for use in the classroom. Estimated time to complete: 45-60 minutes.

This module is related to NEE Indicator 9.2

At the end of this module, participants will be able to:

1. Become familiar with the research findings concerning the effects of poverty on student learning.

2. Identify the supports that are effective for improving achievement among low SES students.

3. Identify instructional strategies that prove to be effective in supporting learning for students who live in poverty.

Review the activities below.

	1. What Does Research Say About the Effects of Poverty on School Success?
	2. How Can Teachers Support Student Success for Those Who Live in Poverty?
	3. Which Instructional Strategies Promote Academic Success for Students Who Live in Poverty?

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