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Developing Multicultural Educators

Second Edition

Jana Noel

Thoroughly updated, Noel’s concise, practical text offers essential information on identity development as it applies to multicultural education. Discussions are not heavily laden with theory, but when that coverage is warranted, Noel uses clear, jargon-free language and examples of how theory can be applied in the real world. The concepts of identity and culture are introduced through the author’s own identity story—an apt way to set the stage for self-exploration, learning new insights, and discovering how teachers can make a positive difference in school and community settings. A section on community “funds of knowledge” explores the theory and practice of connecting with a school’s neighborhood community.

Other distinctive features include: an extended section on tracking and an entirely new section and reflective writing on the concept of “subtractive schooling,” current statistics and identity issues related to refugee and immigrant status, a discussion of Gardner’s eighth intelligence (the naturalist intelligence), and new identity stories illustrating the various stages of ethnic identity. The book’s advantageous pedagogical tools—group and individual activities, guided discussion questions throughout the chapters, end-of-the-chapter reflective writings, and case studies—help readers to gain a clear vision of how to be an effective teacher in today’s diverse communities.

$21.95 list, 217 pages

10-digit ISBN: 1-57766-541-4

13-digit ISBN: 978-1-57766-541-0

© 2008

“[Jana Noel’s] style is an inviting ‘come take a look.’ The interesting stories captivate the reader and the author’s testimony helps the students of the dominant culture identify with the writer.”  —Janet S. Arndt, Gordon College
 

“I very much enjoy the pedagogical approach taken in this text as it guides the student through an active process of not only learning about the complex web of culture and society, but also reflecting on the assumptions that helped form one’s own identity.”  —Jo Gibson, Cleveland State University
 

“[Noel] effectively models her own self-reflective skills and asks good questions for students to consider in their own development. In this way, she differs from other writers by using her own developed, authentic voice and experiences as a framework for readers to better understand her perspective.”  —Jaime J. Romo, National University
 

Table of Contents

Introduction

Overview of Book / Relation of Socially Constructed Identities to Multicultural Education / Structure of the Book / My Identity Story / Conclusion

1. Culture

Identity Development Related to Culture / The Concept of Culture / Components of Culture / Characterizations of Culture / Social Foundations of Education

2. Stereotyping, Prejudice, and Racism

Identity Development Related to Stereotyping, Prejudice, and Racism / Stereotyping / Prejudice / Racism / Effects of Stereotyping, Prejudice, and Racism

3. Immigration and Imposition

Identity Development Related to Immigration and Imposition / Immigration / Imposition / Identity

4. Classroom Orientations and Learning Styles

Identity Development Related to Classroom Orientations and Learning Styles / Teachers’ Attitudes toward Students / Learning Styles and Intelligences / Questions and Concerns about the Learning Styles Approach

5. The Identity Construction Process

Stages of Identity Construction

Appendix: Suggestions for the Multicultural Classroom