Educating Young Minds

Educating Young Minds

Tuesday, March 18, 2014

Is multicultural education important?

http://www.education.vic.gov.au/about/programs/cultures/pages/multiabout.aspx

Mulicultural education is something everyone should be aware of. "It places students at the centre of all school practices that promote multiple perspectives and an appreciation of cultural, linguistic and religious diversity within a democratic society." This quote fromt the website above it the main purpose of having a multicultural classroom. The website belongs to a school. They incorporate education into the classroom. This website explains how each students' heritage should be used in their benefit.

Multicultural education is a huge part of any classroom. In order for reach student to reach their full potential you have to make them feel included. This should be the center of your curriculum and the most important thing to include. It is the most important aspect of a quality education is one you can connect to personally. Each child should feel equally as important as any other and should feel excited when discussing what traditions they may have. Children should not have to feel left out in any situation or feel as if they are being mistreated because of their heritage.

I want to implement as many different cultures and traditions as possible in my classroom. I think including different holidays and traditions in the classroom is important. It is not only a great learning experience but it helps demonstrate that you as a teacher want to understand where your students are coming from in life. Multicultural education si a topic every teachers should research.
This picture is perfect for multicultural education since most believe it only relates to skin color! This pictures shows that even children with disabilities are mistreated. The picture shows children tall, small, round, thin and handicapped all coming together.

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