Multicultural Education: Issues, a Model and Recommendations.

Cox, Gerry R.; Fundis, Ronald J.

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Publication Date: 1982

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Multicultural Education: Issues, a Model and Recommendations.

Cox, Gerry R.; Fundis, Ronald J.

Action in Teacher Education, v4 n2 p33-39 Fall 1982

Problems related to multicultural education programs are cited. A model of ambivalent social exchange is presented that: (1) uses components of cultural pluralism while avoiding separatism; and (2) enhances understanding of culture, as represented by various social groups, so that individuals can choose values which allow personal fulfillment. (PP)

Descriptors: Controversial Issues (Course Content), Cultural Influences, Cultural Pluralism, Curriculum Development, Decision Making, Educational Objectives, Elementary Secondary Education, Multicultural Education, Social Integration, Social Values, Sociocultural Patterns

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