Examines the race ambiguity of South Asians and the risk of being socially ignored and marginalized, including that of the pan-Asian movement. It argues that recent participation of second-generation South Asians in protesting anti-Asian hate crimes and discrimination in higher education bespeak the possibilities of a pan-Asian grouping that is…

Identifies and presents an example cultural diversity course, defining emotion management. Applies the theoretical concept of emotion management to teaching methods. Offers strategies and exercises. Believes that by applying an understanding of how emotional responses are socially mediated, instructors can facilitate their classes better and…

This study investigated the effects of using general education peers to instruct four students (age 8) with mental retardation in board game skills. Results found that the peer-mediated intervention produced an increase in interactions between students with and without mental retardation and that these increases generalized across social…

Evaluation of the effectiveness of a training program for behavioral aides providing individualized support for adults with severe disabilities and challenging behaviors in a day treatment center found all five participants were able to show marked increases in their clients' social and physical community integration. The training program focused…

A study collected sociometric data in 39 second- through sixth-grade classrooms, 22 of which were engaged in Peer-Assisted Learning Strategies (PALS), a form of peer tutoring. Students with learning disabilities in PALS classes were more socially accepted than those in no-PALS classes and enjoyed the same social standing as controls. (Contains…

Problematizes the politics of inclusion in education, examining how Toronto's (Canada) minority groups attempt to negotiate equity in response to the school board's release of a draft policy on anti-racism and ethno-cultural equity in education. Explores the dynamics of community engagement. Examines the politics behind the shifting discourse of…

A study investigated outcomes of 20 adults with chronic aphasia 2 years after discharge from an intensive treatment program. Results found 62% of those employed prior to aphasia onset were working at follow-up. Generally, respondents showed higher level of social integration and 85% indicated a positive life satisfaction. (Contains references.)…

A study examined affects of segregated and integrated basketball competition on two domains of perceived competence and on general self-worth of 24 French adolescent males with mental retardation. Results indicate no significant changes for the different groups in perceived competence and in general self-worth over 13 months. (Author/CR)

The paper draws upon integration experiences and the literature from organizational theory to examine the process of change. Initiation, planning, implementation, administration, and advocacy are discussed as they pertain to efforts to include students with severe disabilities in regular schools and classes. (Author/DB)

Characteristics of community activities and social support networks of 27 adults with mental retardation living in semi-independent apartments were compared to those of 27 similar adults without mental retardation. Among findings was that retarded adults did not perceive themselves as socially isolated though their actual social integration was…

The study compared the attitudes of 216 college students who saw a slide presentation of a mentally retarded woman participating in either the Special Olympics or typical community recreational activities. Students who saw the Special Olympics slide presentation regarded the woman as younger and felt she should be in more segregated school and…

Defines multicultural education and its objectives. Suggests real multicultural environment encompasses school policy, staff attitudes, procedures, materials, and especially teachers' activities. Identifies several skills needed for effective multicultural teaching. Notes problems with and recommendations for setting up bilingual programs.…

Analyzes the results of a study undertaken in Switzerland, which was designed to determine the degree of integration of non-Italian children in Italian-language nursery schools in the German part of Switzerland. Attempts to synthesize the ethnic and lingusitic elements of the study are made. (CFM)

Provides a definition of multicultural education (ME) and challenges the six myths most frequently voiced about it. The myths addressed include the argument that ME does little to eliminate structural inequalities, that it impedes learning the basic skills, that ME is the same as political correctness, and that ME rejects the notion of common…

This article compares the inclusive schools movement and the Regular Education Initiative in terms of advocates, goals, tactics, and understanding of and links to general education. The article finds that the inclusive schools movement has become increasingly strident, and its perspective has become increasingly insular and disassociated from…