Applying Multicultural and Global Concepts in the Classroom and Beyond

by Brown, Susan C.; Kysilka, Marcella L.

• ISBN13: 9780321053985
• ISBN10: 0321053982
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2001-09-11
• Publisher: Pearson

Summary

This uniquely practical book 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 way to apply multicultural and global concepts. The final two chapters take readers beyond the classroom into the school and community.For pre-service and practicing teachers in grades K-12.

Table of Contents

Preface	ix
PART ONE Understanding Essential Multicultural and Global Concepts	1	(22)
Essential Multicultural and Global Understandings	3	(20)
Defining Multicultural Education	4	(2)
Defining Global Education	6	(2)
Combining Multicultural Education and Global Education	8	(1)
Combining the Major Concepts of Multicultural Education and Global Education	9	(7)
Applying Multicultural and Global Education in the Classroom	16	(6)
Conclusion	22	(1)
PART TWO Applying Multicultural and Global Concepts in the Classroom	23	(140)
The Teacher	25	(29)
Using a Cultural Concept Map for Self-Investigation	26	(18)
Applying Multicultural and Global Strategies to Teachers' Lives	44	(4)
Applying Multicultural and Global Strategies to the Classroom	48	(3)
Conclusion	51	(3)
The Students	54	(35)
Using the Cultural Concept Map for Student Investigation	54	(14)
Honoring and Sharing Cultural Backgrounds	68	(2)
Reviewing Learning Styles	70	(2)
Applying Learning Styles to the Classroom	72	(1)
Examining Cultural Learning Styles	72	(4)
Examining Cultural Orientations	76	(6)
Examining Cultural Communication Styles	82	(5)
Applying Cultural Styles to the Classroom	87	(1)
Conclusion	88	(1)
The Classroom Environment	89	(21)
Assessing the Physical Environment	89	(1)
Organizing the Physical Environment	90	(10)
Assessing the Socioemotional Environment	100	(1)
Organizing the Socioemotional Environment	101	(8)
Conclusion	109	(1)
The Curriculum	110	(18)
Examining Multicultural and Global Education Concepts	110	(1)
Changing the General Curriculum	111	(9)
Working with Standards	120	(1)
Examining Textbooks	121	(2)
Choosing Other Resources	123	(2)
Uncovering the Hidden Curriculum	125	(2)
Conclusion	127	(1)
The Instruction	128	(21)
Relating Multicultural and Global Concepts to Constructivist Instruction	128	(9)
Applying Learning Styles Knowledge to Instructional Strategies	137	(8)
Providing for Linguistically Diverse Students	145	(1)
Providing for Students with Special Needs	146	(2)
Conclusion	148	(1)
The Assessment	149	(14)
Comparing Traditional and Authentic Assessment	149	(1)
Working with Traditional Assessment	150	(3)
Working with Authentic Assessment	153	(3)
Examining Authentic Task and Assessment Combinations	156	(3)
Designing Authentic Assessment Tools	159	(1)
Aligning Assessment with Curriculum and Instruction	160	(1)
Applying Multicultural and Global Concepts to Assessment	161	(1)
Conclusion	161	(2)
PART THREE Applying Multicultural and Global Concepts beyond the Classroom	163	(38)
The School	165	(18)
Establishing a Welcoming Environment	166	(2)
Improving the Physical Environment	168	(3)
Improving the School Culture	171	(5)
Collaborating with Parents and Caregivers	176	(5)
Using the School as a Community Center	181	(1)
Conclusion	182	(1)
The Community	183	(18)
Examining Community Concerns	183	(2)
Responding to Community Concerns	185	(1)
Finding Community Support	186	(1)
Connecting with Community Expertise and Leadership	187	(3)
Considering School-Business Connections	190	(2)
Becoming Politically Active	192	(2)
Helping to Transform the Community	194	(3)
Exploring Larger Communities	197	(3)
Conclusion	200	(1)
References	201	(6)
Index	207