This unique publication brings together scholarship from both sides of the Atlantic, focusing on the central questions that shape the field of multicultural education. It offers the reader a great opportunity to achieve a real grasp of the subject, facilitating understanding and articulation of key debates, and making important topics, concepts and theories accessible to a broad audience. The Reader is divided into four sections, covering the ideas that are at the core of contemporary multicultural education; theories, identities, practices and methods. The first section covers...
This unique publication brings together scholarship from both sides of the Atlantic, focusing on the central questions that shape the field of multicu...
-Gloria Ladson-Billings provides a perceptive and interesting account of what is needed to prepare novice teachers to be successful with all students in our multicultural society. This book is must reading for all those entering the profession of teaching today and for those who prepare them for this important work.- --Ken Zeichner, associate dean and professor of curriculum and instruction, School of Education, University of Wisconsin-Madison
-The multiple voices in Gloria Ladson-Billings's book are compelling, provocative, and insightful-they provide a powerful 'insider'...
-Gloria Ladson-Billings provides a perceptive and interesting account of what is needed to prepare novice teachers to be successful with all students ...
Explores the intersection of two central issues in American education today: school reform through restructuring and alienation from school of many children of color. A tough look at the impact of teachers' and administrators' beliefs and practices.
Explores the intersection of two central issues in American education today: school reform through restructuring and alienation from school of many...
Featuring contributions from teachers and researchers, this work opens new territory on the topics of the intersection of race with literacy research and practice.
Featuring contributions from teachers and researchers, this work opens new territory on the topics of the intersection of race with literacy research ...
Carl A. Grant Carl A. Grant Gloria Ladson-Billings
Multiculturalism is one of the most widely discussed concepts in education today. Now, educators, university students, scholars, or anyone interested in multiculturalism can turn to the "Dictionary of Multicultural Education" to gain further information on and understanding of this important field. As the authoritative reference work on the subject, the "Dictionary" includes in-depth explanations of the history, use, and implications of more than 150 terms as defined by scholars prominent in the field. This reference work comprises terms of relevant legislation, educational-theoretical...
Multiculturalism is one of the most widely discussed concepts in education today. Now, educators, university students, scholars, or anyone interest...
This text offers critical race perspectives on social studies. It is divided into four sections which focus on: the profession; the policies; the curriculum; and the technology.
This text offers critical race perspectives on social studies. It is divided into four sections which focus on: the profession; the policies; the curr...
This text offers critical race perspectives on social studies. It is divided into four sections which focus on: the profession; the policies; the curriculum; and the technology.
This text offers critical race perspectives on social studies. It is divided into four sections which focus on: the profession; the policies; the curr...
Are cultural centers ethnic enclaves of segregation, or safe havens that provide minority students with social support that promotes persistence and retention?
Though Black cultural centers boast a 40-year history, there is much misinformation about them and the ethnic counterparts to which they gave rise. Moreover, little is known about their historical roots, current status, and future prospects. The literature has largely ignored the various culture center models, and the role that such centers play in the experiences of college students.
This book fills a...
Are cultural centers ethnic enclaves of segregation, or safe havens that provide minority students with social support that promotes persistence and r...
