Latino English Language Learner and the Mathematics Perspective
Latino English Language Learner and the Mathematics Perspective
Latino English Language Learner and the Mathematics Perspective
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Hispanic Culture<br />
☯ Formality<br />
From this value on hierarchy <strong>and</strong> authority comes a tradition<br />
of formality in speech, dress, <strong>and</strong> relationships. Status<br />
differentiations are part of <strong>the</strong> Spanish language reflecting<br />
how close friends are addressed versus all o<strong>the</strong>r people.<br />
<strong>Latino</strong>s are meticulous about having a proper appearance<br />
outside <strong>the</strong> home since this is related to status,<br />
respectability, <strong>and</strong> family pride<br />
☯ Family Solidarity<br />
<strong>Latino</strong>s report a strong commitment to family. The term<br />
familia usually goes beyond <strong>the</strong> nuclear family unit" <strong>and</strong><br />
includes not only parents <strong>and</strong> children but also extended<br />
family. <strong>Latino</strong> families tend to settle <strong>and</strong> remain in<br />
geographic areas close to o<strong>the</strong>r related families for material<br />
<strong>and</strong> social support.<br />
• Pattern of Influence <strong>and</strong> Control<br />
• Individuals within a family have a moral responsibility to<br />
aid o<strong>the</strong>r members of <strong>the</strong> family experiencing financial<br />
problems, unemployment, poor health conditions, <strong>and</strong><br />
o<strong>the</strong>r life issues.<br />
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Noemi Lopez-HCDE
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