New Worlds, Old Wisdom (Rainbow Teachers, Rainbow Students).

Cruz, MaryCarmen; Duff, Ogle Burks

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ERIC Number: EJ535498

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1996

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New Worlds, Old Wisdom (Rainbow Teachers, Rainbow Students).

Cruz, MaryCarmen; Duff, Ogle Burks

English Journal, v85 n7 p116-18 Nov 1996

Presents some thoughts on using "dichos" (or sayings of students) to develop literacy skills. Suggests that drawing on the knowledge bases of learners in classrooms not only entices them to participate in the curriculum but also makes the necessary connections between home and school. (RS)

Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Family School Relationship, Multicultural Education, Prior Learning, Secondary Education, Student Characteristics

Publication Type: Reports - Descriptive; Guides - Classroom - Teacher; Journal Articles

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Language: English

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