A Framework for Understanding Poverty by Ruby K. Payne, Ph.D.
Title Page
Introduction
Definitions and Resources
Help for Teachers
The Role of Language and Story
Hidden Rules Among Classes
How do you score?
Characteristics of Poverty
Definition
Attitude
Poverty Cultural Student Inventory
Models and Emotional Resources
Emotional Resources
How do we do this at school?
Support Systems
Systems of Support
Support Systems at School
Creating Relationships
Motivation to Learn & Change
Relationship Bank Account
Discipline
Definitions
Language of Negotiation
What Can Schools Do?
Instruction and Improving Achievement
Focus on Learning
Cognitive Strategies
What Can Schools Do?
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Artifact Analysis
Conclusion
Education is the key
to getting out of, and staying ou
t
of, generational poverty.
Teachers do make the difference...