Portrayal of the Culturally Diverse in Literature: A View of Exceptionalities.

Alexander, Patricia

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ERIC Number: EJ307889

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Publication Date: 1983

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Portrayal of the Culturally Diverse in Literature: A View of Exceptionalities.

Alexander, Patricia

Integrated Education, v21 n1-6 p212-14 Jan-Dec 1983

Discusses whether it is better for a culture to be portrayed insensitively or not at all; whether books should aim at universality of focus on problems specific to a given culture; and how to determine whether a book is appropriate for its cultural context and readership. (KH)

Descriptors: Cultural Awareness, Cultural Images, Curriculum Evaluation, Elementary Secondary Education, Ethnic Groups, Literature, Stereotypes

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers

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Audience: Teachers; Practitioners

Language: English

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