What Should I Tell My Children Who Are Black?.

Browne, Pat A.

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ERIC Number: EJ460368

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Publication Date: 1992

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What Should I Tell My Children Who Are Black?

Browne, Pat A.

Update on Law-Related Education, v16 n2 p9-11,47 Spr-Sum 1992

Addresses the problem of racial bias in the teaching of history. Argues that history is taught from a European viewpoint ignoring civilization's beginning in Africa. Suggests that African-American children will develop self-esteem and motivation if they are taught about African history. Describes such a program in the Indianapolis (Indiana) Public Schools. (DK)

Descriptors: African History, Black Achievement, Black History, Blacks, Classroom Environment, Cultural Differences, Culture Conflict, Elementary Secondary Education, History Instruction, Racial Bias, World History

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive; Opinion Papers

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Audience: Teachers; Administrators; Policymakers; Practitioners

Language: English

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