Understanding Human Differences: Multicultural Education for a Diverse America (4th Edition)

About this book

In Understanding Human Differences readers are introduced to sound research grounded in various behavioral and social sciences while featuring a stimulating inquiry approach to support reflection on issues of critical importance in multicultural education in todays diverse society. The conceptual framework of the book focuses on three areas: culture the individual and institutions. Readers are encouraged to examine individual concerns; understand the cultural/historical contexts; and explore such areas as racism classism sexism heterosexism and ableism. Included is a focus on changes already achieved or that need to be implemented in schools and other areas of society to create a more just society.