Racial Prejudice in the Classroom: A Developmental Counseling Approach.

Allan, John A. B.; Nairne, Judith E.

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Publication Date: 1981-Jul

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Racial Prejudice in the Classroom: A Developmental Counseling Approach.

Allan, John A. B.; Nairne, Judith E.

Canadian Counsellor, v15 n4 p162-67 Jul 1981

Classroom discussions focusing on four topics relating to racial prejudice were used to strengthen students' self-esteem and change attitudes. A series of detailed stimulus questions were provided to help children explore the issues, understand them, and stimulate positive action. Results indicated the program activated positive racial attitudes. (Author/RC)

Descriptors: Attitude Change, Classroom Techniques, Counseling Techniques, Cultural Differences, Discussion (Teaching Technique), Elementary Education, Ethnicity, Followup Studies, Foreign Countries, Group Discussion, Program Descriptions, Program Evaluation, Racial Bias, Self Esteem

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Evaluative; Reports - Descriptive

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Language: English

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Identifiers - Location: Canada

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