Although critics frequently attack the concept, multicultural education is neither a new nor a single idea. Cultural factors have become increasingly important for teachers and students alike. In that sense, teachers, administrators, and curriculum designers must become more multicultural. It is helpful to define multicultural education as…

Describes learning strategies used to improve education in Rock Point Community School on the Navajo Indian Reservation. Problems affecting educational achievement are identified, low-cost instructional techniques that were adopted are discussed, and improvements in academic achievement and other positive effects are noted. (LRW)

Reviews achievements of Asian Americans in higher education, the importance of family in the drive to succeed, attitudes toward education, Asian American predominance in technical fields, and some stereotypes about Asian Americans. Also discusses comparative studies of Asian and American newborns and Asian and American childrearing. (CMG)