"A culturally inclusive classroom is one where students and staff alike recognize, appreciate and capitalize on diversity so as to enrich the overall learning experience. Fostering a culturally inclusive learning environment encourages all individuals – regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, religious affiliation, socioeconomic status, sexual orientation or political beliefs – to develop personal contacts and effective intercultural skills." -- Barker et al.

1. Students are affirmed in their cultural connections

2. Teachers are personally inviting

3. The classroom is physically and culturally inviting

4. Students are reinforced for academic development

5. Instructional changes are made to accommodate differences

6. The classroom is managed with a firm, consistent, loving control

7. Interactions stress collectivity as well as individuality