1. What are the pros and cons of living in a culturally pluralistic society?
2. In your opinion, is this preferable to a "melting-pot" or assimilationist approach to diversity? Why or why not?
3. Do you have any concerns about your ability to work with students who have disabilities? What do you think will be the most rewarding aspects of working with these students?
4. What do you think will be the most challenging aspect of teaching gifted or talented students? How can you prepare for that challenge? What will be most rewarding?
5. How can you help prepare yourself for the diversity you are likely to encounter in the classroom?
6. What experiences with diversity will you bring to the classroom? How do you think these experiences help you as a teacher?
7. Have you had any contact with individuals with disabilities (for example, a relative or neighbor)? What did you learn from this relationship that might be helpful in your teaching?
8. What is your position on the issue of "full inclusion?" What reservations, if any, do you have?