Society's Response to Differences: A Sociological Perspective.

Turner, Caroline Sotello Viernes; Louis, Karen Seashore

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Publication Date: 1996

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Society's Response to Differences: A Sociological Perspective.

Turner, Caroline Sotello Viernes; Louis, Karen Seashore

Remedial and Special Education, v17 n3 p134-41 May 1996

This article first discusses various definitions of "difference" and then reviews some sociological theories providing a general conceptual understanding of the response to difference in today's society. It stresses the need to build communities and schools that support difference and develop cultural citizenship without polarizing social groups. (DB)

Descriptors: Cultural Differences, Definitions, Disabilities, Educational Philosophy, Elementary Secondary Education, Inclusive Schools, Individual Differences, Social Attitudes, Sociology, Special Needs Students, Theories

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Information Analyses; Opinion Papers

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Language: English

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