In this article, the author points out that, in the last two decades, the make-up of the United States population has changed significantly. Specifically, non-White population is on the rise. In recognition of these changes, teacher multicultural education coursework usually addresses various issues dealing with race, gender, class, religion, and…

In order to prepare students with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to live and work in an interconnected and interdependent world, it is essential they have teachers who understand global processes and can employ a global perspective in the classroom. While globalization can lead to expanded economic markets, increased mass…

Sonia Nieto (2004) defines multicultural education as "a process of ... basic education for all students ... [that] challenges and rejects racism and other forms of discrimination in schools and society and accepts and affirms the pluralism ... that students, their communities, and teachers represent" (p. 346). This definition necessitates…