This interview brings out Susan Winebrenner's views on key concepts in her book on teaching gifted students in regular classrooms; the importance of appreciating diversity, utilizing flexible grouping, and allowing for varying learning styles; the administrator's role; the role of independent projects; and the special needs of gifted students. (DB)

Describes the different approaches to art by the American Indian and western cultures and the approach of students at the Institute of American Indian Arts, combining elements from each to create new Indian art forms. Discusses the Indian Arts and Crafts Bill of 1990 and its definition of Indian art and artists. (DLM)

Contends that music educators have not identified how the multicultural education movement will affect the music curriculum. Argues that two positions can be identified: (1) cultural pluralism; and (2) cultural particularism. Discusses the strengths and weaknesses of each position and provides examples of how each might be exemplified through…

Discusses the importance of a multicultural educational perspective in a democratic society, using Dewey's philosophy to find resources for transcending the Eurocentric/multicultural dichotomy while promoting education for a more pluralistic society. Dewey believed that the more groups shared interests and interacted freely, the better the…

Examines aspects of Dewey's position on the role of education in a democratic society, discussing the education of a whole person within the context of cultural diversity. Positions examined include the self and community, scientific method and dynamics of existence, experience and value, and education and multiculturalism. (SM)

Explores the themes of diversity and choice as they relate to the teaching of English at all levels. Contrasts the open-mindedness of English teachers with nationalist and traditionalist agents in government. Describes a conflict over Key Stage 3 testing in Great Britain as exemplifying this clash. (HB)

Describes how a literature and writing professor uses readings, writing assignments, and class discussions to help students broaden their understanding or orality and literacy and to respond critically to implicit cultural and racial biases. Notes that a process of self-empowerment occurs for both black and white students. (SR)

Reviews by Margaret A. Gibson (1988) and by Margaret A. Gibson and John U. Ogbu, Eds. (1991). These two books contribute significantly to theories of minority school success and failure in plural societies. Both distinguish between immigrant and involuntary minority groups, and attribute differing degrees of academic success to the cultural models…

Examines the effectiveness of field trips in raising teaching certification students' awareness of issues of diversity in psychology. Five community organizations serving diverse populations were targeted for student explorations, and it was found that field trips led to higher teaching efficacy and a more comprehensive understanding of issues…

A survey of 5000 12-year olds in 23 countries around the world was conducted to analyze the impact of media violence on children's lives in different cultures. This article presents a summary of findings to be published in full. Highlights media use, individual anxiety and role models, violence in the actual environment, and the relationship…

The WISE Group is a group of women who have been exploring feminism and relationships among teaching, research, and activist goals. The Call to Action illustrates the different arguments about science teaching and learning, one from a more traditional perspective and another from a feminist perspective. The primary goal of activism is to challenge…

Responds to the most commonly asked questions and criticisms regarding the Third International Mathematics and Science Study's assessment of students at the end of secondary school. Answers cover differences in age and grade levels, differences in enrollment rates, definitions of the U.S. advanced mathematics population, unbelievable numbers,…

In examining the continuing problem of the disproportionate number of minority students in special education, this article urges implementation of experimentally validated interventions including: (1) early detection, primary interventions, and prereferral procedures and (2) academic as well as social competence, resiliency, and self-determination…

Advocates further revision of the developmentally appropriate practice guidelines of the National Association for the Education of Young Children to more fully recognize the implications of cultural and linguistic diversity and racial equality for the education of young children. Focuses on culture and universality, parent-professional…

Explores the role of communication in the strategic self-definition of "whiteness." Uses transcripts from two focus group interviews (with Whites from two historically Black universities) to map the discourses of "White" participants concerning the nature of "whiteness." Implies that the space Whites occupy is not clearly constructed and defined…