The deficit perspective describes the negative lens through which minority families view teachers and schools because of the bigotry they experienced in school while growing up.

Deficit Perspective

A viewpoint that focuses on what individuals or communities lack in comparison to others, often overlooking their strengths and potential.

Minority Families

Families belonging to a racial, ethnic, religious, or linguistic group that is smaller in number within a larger community or country.

Bigotry

Intolerance towards those who hold different opinions or beliefs, often manifesting in discrimination or prejudice.