In the first part of this article, I explain the governing law on. school searches and examine how a studentâs expectation of privacy. should be measured. Second, I explain the reasoning for requiring a. warrant to search a studentâs cell phone. Finally, I suggest guidelines for. cell phone searches in school.
What is âCultural Competence?â. The Department of Health and Human Services defines cultural competence as âa set of behaviors, attitudes, and skills that enable nurses to work effectively in cross-cultural situations.â Of course, this definition, although accurate, does not delve into all the complexities of the term.
This understanding informs and expands teaching practices in the culturally competent educatorâs classroom. The Cultural Competence: What Does it Mean for Educators? video, an interview with six educational scholars, explains why cultural competence is a salient issue in American public education today. These scholars emphasize the need for educators to provide an environment of respect and reciprocity of ideas.