Regardless of what policies are established, the implementation must take place in the classroom. Classroom teachers should be helped to develop awareness that equity issues deserve their attention. Student attitudes toward a subject are strongly influenced by the classroom teacher. Teacher attitudes toward a subject also strongly influence how students perform. Teachers use teaching strategies appropriate for students in diverse classrooms and are sensitive to the differences and perspectives of diverse populations.
Teachers provide opportunities for students to understand and value diversity.
Teachers and students have personal interactions that reflect mutual respect. School activities are geared toward the inclusion of students from diverse cultures and ethnic backgrounds.