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Applying Multicultural and Global Concepts in the Classroom and Beyond

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ISBN-10: 0321053982

ISBN-13: 9780321053985

Edition: 2002

Authors: Susan C. Brown, Marcella L. Kysilka

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This practical supplemental text allows pre-service and practicing teachers with even the most limited background knowledge about multicultural and global education to apply that knowledge in their classrooms, schools, and communities. The introductory chapter gives a general background review of multicultural and global education concepts and discusses the importance of teachers becoming involved in transforming their educational practice. The next six chapters investigate the classroom elements of teacher, students, environment, curriculum, instructions, and assessment for ways to apply multicultural and global concepts. The final two chapters take readers beyond the classroom into the…    
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Book details

List price: $113.20
Copyright year: 2002
Publisher: Allyn & Bacon, Incorporated
Publication date: 9/11/2001
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 224
Size: 6.00" wide x 8.75" long x 0.50" tall
Weight: 0.792
Language: English

Dr. Marcella L. Kysilka, professor emerita in the College of Education at the University of Central Florida received her bachelors degree from Ohio State University ; her masters from Kent State University and her Ph.D. in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Texas at Austin .nbsp; Dr. Kysilka has held many leadership roles in professional organizations including the presidency of Kappa Delta Pi and editor of The Educational Forum, Board of Directors and Leadership Council of the Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development and associate editor of the Journal for Curriculum and Supervision, President of Florida Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development,…    

Preface
Understanding Essential Multicultural and Global Concepts
Essential Multicultural and Global Understandings
Defining Multicultural Education
Defining Global Education
Combining Multicultural Education and Global Education
Combining the Major Concepts of Multicultural Education and Global Education
Applying Multicultural and Global Education in the Classroom
Conclusion
Applying Multicultural and Global Concepts in the Classroom
The Teacher
Using a Cultural Concept Map for Self-Investigation
Applying Multicultural and Global Strategies to Teachers' Lives
Applying Multicultural and Global Strategies to the Classroom
Conclusion
The Students
Using the Cultural Concept Map for Student Investigation
Honoring and Sharing Cultural Backgrounds
Reviewing Learning Styles
Applying Learning Styles to the Classroom
Examining Cultural Learning Styles
Examining Cultural Orientations
Examining Cultural Communication Styles
Applying Cultural Styles to the Classroom
Conclusion
The Classroom Environment
Assessing the Physical Environment
Organizing the Physical Environment
Assessing the Socioemotional Environment
Organizing the Socioemotional Environment
Conclusion
The Curriculum
Examining Multicultural and Global Education Concepts
Changing the General Curriculum
Working with Standards
Examining Textbooks
Choosing Other Resources
Uncovering the Hidden Curriculum
Conclusion
The Instruction
Relating Multicultural and Global Concepts to Constructivist Instruction
Applying Learning Styles Knowledge to Instructional Strategies
Providing for Linguistically Diverse Students
Providing for Students with Special Needs
Conclusion
The Assessment
Comparing Traditional and Authentic Assessment
Working with Traditional Assessment
Working with Authentic Assessment
Examining Authentic Task and Assessment Combinations
Designing Authentic Assessment Tools
Aligning Assessment with Curriculum and Instruction
Applying Multicultural and Global Concepts to Assessment
Conclusion
Applying Multicultural and Global Concepts beyond the Classroom
The School
Establishing a Welcoming Environment
Improving the Physical Environment
Improving the School Culture
Collaborating with Parents and Caregivers
Using the School as a Community Center
Conclusion
The Community
Examining Community Concerns
Responding to Community Concerns
Finding Community Support
Connecting with Community Expertise and Leadership
Considering School-Business Connections
Becoming Politically Active
Helping to Transform the Community
Exploring Larger Communities
Conclusion
References
Index