In light of new theories of multiculturalism and globalization, this insightful book compares approaches to the educational inclusion of diverse minorities such as the ethnic and linguistic minorities in America. Drawing on their extensive experience, the contributors examine:

• accounts from cross-cultural cognitive psychology on the special interests and educational needs of certain ethnic groups
• research on social class divisions, neighbourhood poverty and school exclusions in Britain
• educational developments for inclusion of minorities in Europe, Greece and...

In light of new theories of multiculturalism and globalization, this insightful book compares approaches to the educational inclusion of diverse minorities- such as the ethnic and linguistic minorities in America. Drawing on their extensive experience, the contributors examine:

• accounts from cross-cultural cognitive psychology on the special interests and educational needs of certain ethnic groups
• research on social class divisions, neighbourhood poverty and school exclusions in Britain
• educational developments for inclusion of minorities in Europe,...