Assumptions regarding the development of Korean children's awareness of sex-trait stereotypes derived with the SSM II, a measurement device developed on the basis of American stereotypes, were tested using a Korean Sex-Trait Stereotype Measure (KSSM), developed on the basis of Korean stereotypes. Results indicated Korean children's awareness of…

A survey of 39 school districts serving large numbers of culturally diverse students found that many districts listed gifted students from ethnic/linguistic minorities or economically disadvantaged as important underserved populations. Alternative identification procedures were primarily intended to expand the assessment basis, and factors…

Investigates current and past meanings of a white ethnic identity from the viewpoint that exploration of Irish American values and their origins could be an entry point into multicultural studies for many teachers and their students. There is evidence that Irish American identity still has meaning for many Americans. (SLD)

Explains how students, all of whom may speak Chinese as their native tongue, still have different learning styles depending on their ethnic origins. Outlines four main areas of difference among Chinese-speaking foreign students. Shows how these differences inform the business writing teacher. (HB)

Investigated pragmatic declarative and procedural knowledge as realized by routine formulas and conversational strategies with 19 American college students learning German as a Second Language. The results suggest that language instruction that has the goal of developing metapragmatic declarative and procedural knowledge results in real progress…

This article on oral narratives in school-age children focuses on the changing demands from home to school use of narratives, developmental changes expected in school-age children, differences between narratives of children with and without language disorders, difficulties inherent in current assessment methods, and alternative assessment and…

Argues that sociocultural differences among target populations should lead to a reconceptualization of early literacy theory and practice that highlights the social nature and cultural meaning of child literacy development. Infusing situatedness and culture into the ways that educators observe and make sense of children's written language should…

Chinese and American kindergarten children were given a test of addition skills, a numerical memory span measure, and an addition strategy assessment. When unable to retrieve an addition fact from memory, Chinese children counted verbally, whereas American children used finger counting or guessed. This difference appeared to be related to a…

Considers the special challenges faced by white English teachers who use literature written by people of color. Presents models for talking about racial and ethnic differences. Asks if and how white teachers can succeed in covering such literary texts. (HB)

Discusses social gaffes that North Americans can make when using inappropriate gestures and body language in other cultures, focusing on the meaning of common gestures in Asia, the Middle East, and Europe. Includes a whimsical 10-question gesture and body language quiz. (MDM)

Interviewed 11th-grade students in the United States, Taiwan, and Japan. Studying, interacting with peers, and watching television were the most frequently reported activities in each location. Chinese students spent more time in academic endeavors, and Japanese students spent more time attending school, than did American students. American…

Although Native Americans are among the fastest growing ethnic groups, educators and counselors frequently understand little about their cultural heritage and customs. This overview of factors such as cooperation/competitiveness, communication, and learning styles should help educators and counselors to promote multicultural awareness and to…

Examines the history of America's first colleges, founded to both convert Indians to Christianity and, at least in part, to provide a classical liberal arts education. Indicates that all available accounts of Indian missions in colonial colleges were tragic failures. (contains 29 citations) (MAB)

Challenges the thinking about planning activities for children around holidays in Head Start programs. Discusses the role of holidays as family events and the difficulties surrounding teaching preschoolers the meaning of holidays. Suggests ways to use holidays as an opportunity to truly expand children's knowledge using child development…

This article presents a framework for understanding cultural variations in beliefs, values, and communication styles and considers the role of culture in relation to children's response to formal education and literacy. Major dimensions of cultural variability discussed include individualism/collectivism and high-context/low-context. (Author/DB)