Barrett has a class in which 80% of her students receive free lunch, indicating that her students are mostly impoverished. How should this socioeconomic reality affect Ms. Barrett's teaching?
A)She should create easier assignments for the students so they succeed
B)She should reduce the amount of homework she gives
C)She should teach her students at their appropriate grade level
D)She should offer prizes of money for good behavior

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She should teach her students at their appropriate grade level. While it may be difficult for a teacher to witness poverty amongst her students, the fact of their economic status should not affect the quality of their instruction. Standards and expectations should not be lowered for reasons of family economics.

Barrett Has a Class in Which 80% of Her Students