Complexities and Contradictions: A Study of Teacher Education Courses that Address Multicultural Issues
Investigated how a teacher education course on educating diverse students affected student teachers' knowledge and attitudes. Pre- and post-course surveys indicated that the course contributed to some positive attitude changes regarding issues of diversity, though students appeared unable to detect the nuances in their attitudes toward race, class, and gender that could affect their abilities to become effective educators.
Critical Pedagogy: Translation for Education that Is Multicultural
Examined the translation of multicultural learning activities in a college classroom into critical pedagogy in public school classrooms. Practicing teachers enrolled in the course completed interviews and surveys.
Development of Knowledge, Attitudes, and Commitment To Teach Diverse Student Populations
Assessed Oakland University's elementary-teacher-preparation program to determine aspects of the program that most affected students' preparation to teach in diverse classrooms. Pre- and post-semester surveys of student teachers placed in urban/suburban schools indicated that students learned adequate skills for teaching diverse students, but their attitudes or beliefs about teaching in such settings were not adequately affected.
Multicultural Educators as Change Agents
Describes the deep self-reflection, characteristics attitudes, and critical skills that will help educators act as change agents to create truly multicultural environments in their schools. Lists the 12 guidelines for challenging racism and other forms of oppression.
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