Socioeconomic Differences

Socioeconomic differences are probably one of the top issues that cause distress to students in a traditional classroom (Ormrod, 2011 pg. 124). Recognizing the individuals that are discouraged and suffering socioeconomic problems can sometimes be difficult. The majority of these students may be embarrassed to admit the truth about why they are not able to complete their homework or why they are feeling down every day (Griner, 2012). In some cases there are individuals that accept the hard hand they were dealt and do the best they can despite it. It is important to recognize these two individual types of students and to offer the right amount of care each needs. Several conditions can contribute to the stress a child endures. They my face financial and educational struggles outside of school including, but not limited to, poor nutrition and health, inadequate housing, toxic substance exposure, negative social environments, emotional stress, and lower quality schools (Morrissey, 2014). There are essential things that teachers can do to make these minorities cope with their everyday struggles. Simply listening to the student can help him or her release tension from their situation and allow the teacher to identify how they can help. The following are
Seek assistance from charities and community organizations that can offer the basic necessities (clothes, food, shelter, and health care needs). Provide extended classroom hours, such as afterschool programs, as a safe and quiet environment where students can get tutoring and the opportunity to complete homework and other assignments (Morrissey, 2014). Speak with parents on how they can help their child at home. Offer field trips as opportunities to those who do not have the resources available to experience many activities on their own. Encouraging individuals enduring difficult circumstances can make a life-changing