A version of this paper was published as: Lee, O., & Buxton, C. (2008). Science curriculum and student diversity: Culture, language, and socioeconomic status. The Elementary School Journal, 109(2), 123-137. Running head: SCIENCE CURRICULUM AND STUDENT DIVERSITY Science Curriculum and Student Diversity: A Framework for Equitable Learning Opportunities Okhee Lee and Cory Buxton University of Miami This work is supported by the National Science Foundation (NSF Grant #ESI– 0353331). Any opinions, findings, conclusions, or recommendations expressed in this publication are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the position, policy, or endorsement of the funding agency.