Between the Lines: Facing the "N-Word.".

Knecht, Kathryn

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ERIC Number: EJ533601

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Publication Date: 1996

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Between the Lines: Facing the "N-Word."

Knecht, Kathryn

Teaching Tolerance, v5 n1 p16-18 Spr 1996

Explores issues involved in teaching literature that may use derogatory racial terms to a multicultural class. Ways to approach racially insensitive literature or language in worthwhile literature that may appear insensitive are discussed. Open discussion and respect for students' opinions are essential. (SLD)

Descriptors: Black Students, Controversial Issues (Course Content), Cultural Awareness, Elementary Secondary Education, Language Usage, Literature, Multicultural Education, Participative Decision Making, Racial Bias, Student Attitudes, Student Participation, Teaching Methods

Publication Type: Opinion Papers; Journal Articles

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Language: English

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