This article presents the method and application of the Clarification Group (C-group), based on social-psychological and sociological knowledge and focused on intergroup phenomena, socio-identities, stereotypy, and prejudice. The application portion includes a description and analysis of the major structured activities utilized. (Author)

Discusses a few examples of areas in which 'we-they' dichotomizing is manifested in classrooms and which could be documented and analyzed through qualitative research. Concludes that studies that yielded concrete classroom examples could help teachers shift towards broader, more realistic, and more positive role definitions than are typical.…

Desegregation studies often neglect the impact of desegregation on children's social attitudes and experiences. The following factors can foster positive intergroup relations in desegregation situations: (1) equal status between minority and majority groups; (2) a cooperative atmosphere; and (3) support for positive relations from the authorities.…

Tecumseh's tour of 1811-1812 was a remarkable effort involving 3,000 miles and contacts with 8-12 of the present American Indian tribes. Tecumseh's success owed much to standing grievances of the Indians and the disposition of the British, but depended also upon timely occurrences such as Harrison's engagement on the Tippecanoe. (JHZ)

Provides evidence challenging the notions that education produces liberation from intergroup negativism or a superficial democratic commitment. Instead, suggests that the well educated are but one step ahead of their peers in developing a defense of their interests resting on qualification, individualism, obfuscation, and symbolic concessions.…

Why some children become biased and the conditions behind such biases are explored in this paper. The focus is on developmental patterns associated with race and gender attitudes during the preschool period and the factors that predict bias. The study examined children who were six months old and followed them and their families (N=210) until the…

Factors that theory and research in social psychology suggest are important in structuring racially and ethnically mixed environments in ways that foster positive relations and minimize negative relations are reviewed. It is important to avoid resegregation, but avoiding resegregation is not enough in itself. Policies and practices must be…

Describes the problems and progress toward cultural understanding between professionals and community persons in operating the Watts Health Center. (DM)

This article discusses educational policies and practices as they relate to a typology of intergroup relations. Its purpose is to provide a framework which will enable a more careful analysis of the interaction of cultural difference and social stratification and their impact on educational policy. (Author/SJL)

Describes the design of a workshop intended to resolve teacher-administrator conflicts at the building level. (Author/IRT)

Examines language policy in the Baltic states since they regained their independence from the Soviet Union. The article argues that each Baltic state has substantially realized its language policy aims and that the favorable response to language requirements at the group and individual level signals the extraordinary reversal of a colonial…

Argues that the future of America's global prosperity is linked to the commitment of higher education to prepare students comprehensively to live and work in a multicultural world community. Suggests that student portfolios are incomplete without an international and intercultural learning toolkit, including language training and a focus on…

Recommends ways of increasing social diversity at residential camps. Suggests incorporating multiethnic, multicultural purpose into camp statements, staff training, and daily program. Describes multicultural activities for campers. Emphasizes value of role modeling and discussion of sensitive issues. (TES)