This article looks past the gifted classics of children's literature to explore the incredible opportunity that is missed all too often: an opportunity to intentionally choose books in which diversity is not the point but showcase much-needed representation. Drawing on the concepts of mirrors, windows, and sliding glass doors this article explores…

There are ethnic group differences in academic achievement among Australian students, with Aboriginal students performing substantially below and Asian students above their peers. One factor that may contribute to these effects is societal stereotypes of Australian Asian and Aboriginal students, which may bias teachers' evaluations and influence…

This reply refers to PS 502 443. (CB)

Reacts to C. H. Patterson's article (this issue) concerning multicultural counseling. Suggestion that all counseling is generic in nature contributes to the retardation of the developmental process of culturally diverse persons. Supports the notion that cultural competence is imperative in resolving the challenge of counseling with members of…

Reacts to C. H. Patterson's article (this issue) concerning multicultural counseling. Asserts that there are problems with historical concepts of counseling, the definition of culture, and the practice of counseling in multicultural settings. A cultural-centered approach to counseling recognizes that the client has internalized patterns of…

Paper considers some of the problems facing the researcher interested in patterns of abilities as revealed by a discussion of the Lesser studues (1971), presentation of reanalyses of their data, and a critical review of the research. (Author/CB)

Discusses a transcultural perspective on social policy and the aged, particularly Chicano aged. Suggests the need for social policies to accommodate intragroup difference, i.e., social class, age, income, personalities, and sex roles. Concludes qualitative research and vital statistics are needed for better policymaking. (AH)

The purpose of this manuscript is to illustrate the unique experiences of Filipino Americans in relation to alcohol and tobacco use. Commentary is offered for potential methods of treatment for this ethnic group. The distinction between Filipino Americans and other Asian Americans is drawn to illustrate a need for ethnocentric therapeutic…

Discusses how the most important goal of educators has become meeting the needs of a diverse student population. Discusses that research has shown that classrooms do not address the needs of student diversity. Discusses how to develop an action plan that better equips teachers. Contains 2 references. (MZ)

This paper compares and contrasts the findings of studies on the learning styles of multicultural subgroups in the United States in terms of the categories of the Dunn and Dunn Learning Styles Model. It concludes that individual rather than group characteristics must be addressed when providing instruction--regardless of cultural or racial…

Educational researchers must clarify the distinction between the terms "ethnicity" and "ethnic membership." The use of broad terms based on easily observed traits, such as racial characteristics or language, has infiltrated otherwise well-executed studies and undermined their validity. (PP)

Although multicultural counseling has been a source of controversy, it has recently been recognized that counseling is really generic in nature, and therefore all counseling is multicultural. Thus, multiculturalism has joined the movement toward a universal system of counseling. (JPS)

Failure to recognize the uniqueness of specific Asian American ethnic groups may lead to ineffective counseling. Investigates similarities and differences between college students (N=570) from four Asian American ethnic groups on their adherence to six value dimensions identified in previous research. Findings confirm the need to understand…

A longitudinal research strategy was employed to explore the developmental changes in the self-concept of 260 preadolescent girls from three different ethnic groups over a three-year period. (Author/MP)

Providing leadership for a diverse camp population and providing diverse leadership is a challenge. Presents ways to diversify campers and staff, and ways to promote diversity through socialization, education, and experience. Planned and spontaneous incidents should be related to diversity, and similarities should be discussed so that no one feels…