Curriculum, Foundations & Reading: Faculty Publications
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
2018
Publication Title
International Journal of Multicultural Education
DOI
10.18251/ijme.v20i1.1518
ISSN
1934-5267
Abstract
In our current climate of heightened conservatism and criticism, multicultural education is as important as ever. This article argues for the need to reframe multicultural education as a praxis based on its social justice- oriented principles, values, and practices. Using practitioner action research, I examine my implementation of such a praxis in a college course. I discuss critical reflections on demonstrating the interconnections between current and historical social movements, theory and lived experiences, and the students’ and my learning. I conclude by arguing that reframing multicultural education as a praxis could encourage more coalitions within and beyond schools.
Recommended Citation
Shannon-Baker, Peggy A..
2018.
"A Multicultural Education Praxis: Integrating Past and Present, Living Theories, and Practice."
International Journal of Multicultural Education, 20 (1): 48-66: PKP Publishing Services Network.
doi: 10.18251/ijme.v20i1.1518
https://digitalcommons.georgiasouthern.edu/curriculum-facpubs/25
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Copyright © 2018 International Journal of Multicultural Education.
This is an open access article which was retrieved from the International Journal of Multicultural Education.