Factors that can positively affect the Achievement Gap.

Purpose: Scholarly writing sample for Admission into Doctor of Education (EdD) Program Requirements: 3 pages with evidence of American Psychological Association citations and references School Admission to : University of South Carolina: online EdD C&I (Curriculum and Instruction); Department of Instruction and Teacher Education; College of Education Topic: Factors that can positively affect the Achievement Gap In the paper I would like the following mentioned if possible:• How poverty plays a role in hindering student achievement—some ideas that tie into this are:a. Lack of access to educational tools outside the classroom/school b. Inadequate home environment for studying or learning c. Increased responsibility to work a part time job or take care of siblings d. Lack of parental/adult supervision or involvement due to parent work hours, etc e. Less early intervention services available f. Lack of parental education to help their children or to see the importance of education/study . Inappropriate or lack of role models in their community• Supportive school environment—the school taking on more supportive roles that aid students in remediation, supplies and study skills, and teacher supportive tools (mentoring, teacher collaboration, effective professional development, etc.)• Teacher competency—effective classroom management strategies, teacher understanding and comfort with the discipline he/she teaches, adequate teacher support, engaging lessons