In this assignment, you will identify and summarize research relating to the topic of your paper. Begin by reviewing the list of cultural identifiers found in Topic Materials.

Identify a controversial topic such as transgender bathrooms, same-sex relationships, religious clothing, etc. in K-12 education that involves one or more of the cultural identifiers. This topic should include two or more viewpoints that are for and against the issue.

Research a minimum of three scholarly sources from the last 3 years and submit a 500-750 word summary that includes the following:

1. Describes the cultural identifiers discussed in the articles.
2. Summarizes the historical background of the cultural identifiers and associated controversial topic in K-12 education.
3. Identifies arguments presented for and against the issue.
4. Discusses any associated injustices arising from the issue.
5. Describes how teachers and students are affected by the cultural identifiers and associated controversial topic.
6. Summarizes solutions and/or proposed solutions to associated injustices.

Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.

This assignment uses a rubric.

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The cultural identifiers used in the articles are age and gender. According to Seals & Gonzales (2019), transgender students in America have faced discrimination concerning usage of locker rooms and bathrooms. The students are forced to use bathrooms according to their legal biological sex. Seals & Gonzales (2019) assert that 149,750 students between 13 and 17 years identify as transgender people. Seals & Gonzales (2019) say that the Obama administration formulated policies that banned discrimination of transgender people…

 

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