DUCATIO 441-4: CULTURAL DIFFERENCES I
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FALL, 1983
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INSTRUCTOR: DR. JUNE WYATT
WEDNESDAYS, 4:30 - 8:20
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CLASSROOM LOCATION: ON CAMPUS
PHONE: 291-4326
DESCRIPTION/ELIGIBILITY
Multicultural education can be defined as:
"an education in which cultural diversity is seen and used as a valuable resource
to enrich the lives of all, and in which every child has the chance to benefit
from the cultural heritage of others, as well as his or her own."
This definition is the foundation of this course which is open to educators (teachers,
administrators, councillors) and social service workers who want to develop positive ways of
working in multicultural communities. Role play, group discussion, case study, audio-
visual and curriculum materials will be used to assist participants to develop definitions
of their professional roles in a multicultural community, and activities and programs which
will promote positive intercultural education.
OBJECTIVES
1.
Develop an understanding of the meaning of culture and multicultural education.
2.
Become familiar with multicultural resources (films, books, etc.) and develop techniques
and a series of lesson plans for using these in the classroom.
3.
Evaluate curriculum materials for stereotyping and bias.
4.
Learn about the importance of cultural and racial background in shaping self-concept.
5.
Identify techniques for learning about a culture other than your own.
6.
Understand the negative impact of prejudice, discrimination and stereotyping and ways
of combatting these with positive programs.
7.
Begin defining your role as a teacher in a multicultural community.
8.
BecOme familiar with research literature on major issues in multicultural education:
e.g., equality of opportunity, social class and school achievement, local control and
bilingual education; and develop an understanding of the diverse views of the role and
objectives of education in a multicultural society.
THEMES: OVERVIEW OF MULTICULTURAL EDUCATION:
These broadly define the major dimensions of multicultural education. In this course some
reference will be made to each. The course calendar will specify weekly topics which are
related to these themes.
I.
Awarness of and Sensitivity to One's Own and Others' Cultural Background
(Personal Exchange)
Concepts: identity, ethnic identity, self-concept, multiculturalism
II.
Interpersonal/Intercultural communication
Verbal (tone, speed, volume); Non-verbal (eye and body contact)
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III.
Teaching English as a Second Language
IV.
Knowledge of.Other Cultures
(History, REligion, Art, Celebrations, Music, Dance, Play, School, Work,
Community, Sex Roles)
VI.
Curriculum and Program
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lanning/Developing Positive Multiculural Educational
Activities and Programs
- Evaluating materials for stereotyping and bias
- Access to multicultural curriculum
- Integrating multicultural experiences and resources into the "mainstream"
curriculum, e.g., ARt, Social Studies
- Building positive attitudes through educational programs
VII.
Handling Conflict
VIII.
The Social Context/Institutional Setting
Historical-Contemporary Issues
- Hiring Practices
- Policy and Guidelines on Curriculum and Language Programs - "minority"
language rights and bilingualism
- Community Participation
- Parent Involvement - Independent Schools
- Equality of Educational Opportunity
- Native Rights
- Teacher Expectations
ASSIGNMENTS AND REQUIREMENTS:
1.
Attendance and class participation are required.
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(20%)
2.
One short essay on a major issue in multicultural education. (2$)
3.
One short series of lesson plans, or a program description, or—a-I-og-.of-muli1t)a1
-resource. (2 5y)
4.
Inteview with someone from cultural background other than your own. (20%)
Class presentation - re].-ated--to--either- -#2 or #3--above
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BOOKS: DO NOT PURCHASE ANY BOOKS UNTIL YOU HAVE ATTENDED THE FIRST CLASS.
1.
ASHWORTH, Mary
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The Forces Which Shaped Them
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BANKS, James
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Teaching Strategies for Ethnic Studies
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CAZDEN, C.
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Functions of Language in the Classroom
4.
ROE, Michael
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Multiculturalism, Racism and the Classroom
5.
SHAPSON, Stan
Canadian Perspectives
on Bilingual and Multicultural Education
D'OYLEY, V. &
LLOYD, A. ?
(Ed.)
6.
TIEDT & TIEDT
Multicultural
Teaching
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WERNER, W.,
Whose Culture,
Whose Heritage
AOKI, T.
CONNERS, T.
The Education
of Immigrant Students
DAHLIE, J.
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WOLFGANG, A.
The Education
of Immigrant Students