This book provides students with a strong background in conceptual, theoretical and philosophical issues in multicultural education. Cultural Diversity and Education are designed to help pre-service and in-service teachers to clarify philosophical and educational issues related to educational pluralism, derive a philosophical position, articulate and implement effective educational strategies that reflect ethnic and cultural diversity, and prepare sound guidelines for intercultural programs and practices. This book describes actions that teachers can take to institutionalize educational programs and practices related to ethnic and cultural diversity. Dr.

Banks has been the leading authority in multicultural education for 30 years. This text provides students with a sound understanding of theoretical, theoretical, historical and philosophical issues in multicultural education, as well as curriculum and teaching strategies that can be used in the classroom..