Concepts of Pluralism and the Implications for Citizenship Education.

Hepburn, Mary A.

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Publication Date: 1993

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Concepts of Pluralism and the Implications for Citizenship Education.

Hepburn, Mary A.

Social Studies, v84 n1 p20-26 Jan-Feb 1993

States that cultural pluralism has been important in U.S. society since the founding of the Republic. Identifies four conceptualizations of pluralism, two based on assimilation and two based on the persistence of multiculturalism. Concludes that a multicultural society that acknowledges common core values is essential to the success of the U.S. democracy. (CFR)

Descriptors: Acculturation, Citizenship Education, Cultural Pluralism, Curriculum Development, Educational Objectives, Elementary Secondary Education, Ethnic Groups, Immigrants, Multicultural Education, Role of Education, United States History

Publication Type: Opinion Papers; Journal Articles

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Audience: Teachers; Administrators; Policymakers; Practitioners

Language: English

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