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What is the ethnocentric curriculum?
A curriculum that reflects the culture of one ethnic group, usually the dominant culture.
What are some examples of the ethnocentric curriculum? (Select all that apply)
What studies have looked at languages, literature, and music?
Troyna and Williams and Miriam David.
What studies have looked at history in the ethnocentric curriculum?
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How might the ethnocentric curriculum produce underachievement and what research has been done?
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What evidence goes against the idea of the negative impact of the ethnocentric curriculum?
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Study Notes
Ethnocentric Curriculum Overview
- An ethnocentric curriculum is defined as a teaching framework that emphasizes the culture of one ethnic group, typically the dominant one, leading to institutionalized racism.
- This curriculum embeds a racial bias within educational systems, influencing students' perspectives and learning experiences.
Examples of Ethnocentric Curriculum
- Key areas manifesting ethnocentrism include languages, literature, music, and history, where diverse cultural contributions are often overlooked.
Research on Languages, Literature, and Music
- Troyna and Williams highlight the limited availability of Asian language instruction compared to European languages.
- Miriam David (1993) critiques the national curriculum as predominantly 'British,' neglecting non-European languages and cultural representations in literature and music.
Historical Context in Ethnocentric Curriculum
- Ball (1994) criticizes the history curriculum for neglecting ethnic diversity, fostering 'little Englandism,' and perpetuating a glorified narrative of British imperialism while omitting significant histories of black and Asian communities.
Impact on Underachievement
- Bernard Coard (1971; 2005) explores how the portrayal of British civilization as superior contributes to the underachievement of black students.
- Coard posits that depicting black individuals as inferior can severely impact their self-esteem, resulting in educational struggles.
Counterarguments to Ethnocentric Curriculum Impact
- Despite the ethnocentric nature of the curriculum, research indicates that Indian and Chinese students achieve above the national average.
- Maureen Stone (1981) argues that black students do not necessarily experience low self-esteem as a direct result of the curriculum’s biases, suggesting a more complex relationship.
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Test your knowledge about the ethnocentric curriculum through these flashcards. Learn what it is, how it influences education, and explore examples that highlight its impact on teaching and learning. This quiz focuses on the role of race and culture in educational settings.
