Racial Issues in Education: Real or Imagined?

Analyzes anecdotal evidence of unintentional reinforcement of racial stereotypes by students, teachers, and preservice teachers. Identifies classroom practices that discourage and segregate children of color, such as labeling and tracking. Offers practical suggestions for combating stereotypes, incl...

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Published in:	Young children Vol. 49; no. 1; pp. 19 - 23
Main Authors:	Boutte, Gloria S., LaPoint, Sally, Davis, Barbara
Format:	Journal Article
Language:	English
Published:	New York National Association for the Education of Young Children 01-11-1993
Subjects:	African Americans Blacks Children Childrens literature Classroom environment Cultural Awareness Elementary Education Ethnic Bias Ethnic jokes Ethnic Stereotypes Jokes Multicultural Education Multicultural Materials Multiculturalism Preservice Teacher Education Preservice teachers Race Is Real Racial Bias Teachers Terminology
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Summary:	Analyzes anecdotal evidence of unintentional reinforcement of racial stereotypes by students, teachers, and preservice teachers. Identifies classroom practices that discourage and segregate children of color, such as labeling and tracking. Offers practical suggestions for combating stereotypes, including seeking information about unfamiliar cultures, choosing multicultural materials, encouraging discussions with children about ethnic differences, and recruiting and retaining a diverse faculty. (ME)
ISSN:	0044-0728 2831-7858