ERIC Number: EJ1104916
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2016
Pages: 25
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Critical Multicultural Citizenship Education among Black Immigrant Youth: Factors and Challenges
Kumi-Yeboah, Alex; Smith, Patriann
International Journal of Multicultural Education, v18 n1 p158-182 2016
This study uses qualitative interviews with 18 participants across five states to examine the factors that promote enhancement of critical multicultural education for Black immigrant youth. Findings suggest that class discussion, influence of social media and technology, non-educational practices, and cultural and language differences are the leading factors that promote the advancement of critical multicultural citizenship education for participants. Participants utilized these factors to navigate the democratic education and the role of transnational identification. Findings support the need for teachers and educators to understand the cultures and best practices for teaching immigrant youth.
Descriptors: Qualitative Research, Multicultural Education, Blacks, Immigrants, Best Practices, Teaching Methods, Citizenship, Social Media, Influence of Technology, Self Concept, Cultural Awareness, Role, Discussion (Teaching Technique), Critical Theory, Citizenship Education, High School Students, Student Attitudes, Information Technology, Federal Legislation, Immigration, Semi Structured Interviews
International Journal of Multicultural Education. Eastern University, 1300 Eagle Road, St. Davids, PA 19087. Tel: 610-341-1597; Fax: 484-581-1276; e-mail: ijme@eastern.edu; Web site: http://www.ijme-journal.org
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research; Tests/Questionnaires
Education Level: High Schools; Secondary Education
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Florida (Miami); Florida (Orlando); Florida (Tampa); Georgia (Atlanta); Maryland (Baltimore); North Carolina (Charlotte); Texas (Dallas); Texas (Houston)
Identifiers - Laws, Policies, & Programs: Immigration and Nationality Act 1965
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