Teaching Advocacy of Multiculturalism

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What is multicultural literacy primarily focused on?

Promoting discrimination and oppression

Developing 21st-century skills and attitudes

Identifying creators' knowledge and interests (correct)

Creating a just world

What is one of the objectives of multicultural literacy?

Limiting ethnic perspectives

Revealing assumptions of knowledge (correct)

Ignoring diversity

Encouraging discrimination

What does multicultural literacy aim to foster by addressing difficult issues like discrimination and oppression?

Social injustice

Cultural awareness (correct)

Language barriers

Ethnic superiority

Why does multicultural literacy need substantial transformation according to the text?

To prepare students for effective functioning in the 21st century Signup and view all the answers

How can small changes within classrooms impact the global scenario according to Boutte (2008)?

They can create big changes globally Signup and view all the answers

What is the emerging need as diversity grows in classrooms according to the text?

Representative multicultural education Signup and view all the answers

What is a key aspect of developing multicultural literacy according to Banks (2003)?

Acquiring basic knowledge Signup and view all the answers

In what way does global literacy aim to empower students, as mentioned by Guo (2014)?

To take action for positive impacts Signup and view all the answers

According to Banks (2003), what is essential for students to develop a deeper understanding of others?

Questioning assumptions about cultural knowledge Signup and view all the answers

What is a key characteristic of a global citizen according to the Ontario Ministry of Education (2015)?

Respect for humans regardless of race or gender Signup and view all the answers

How does Banks (2003) suggest developing multicultural literacy?

By critiquing and critically thinking about cultural issues Signup and view all the answers

What is a key requirement for global literacy according to Guo (2014)?

Awareness and action Signup and view all the answers

What are the four knowledge domains that the curriculum for global competence should focus on?

Culture and intercultural relations, socio-economic development, environmental sustainability, global institutions, conflicts and human rights Signup and view all the answers

How can students acquire knowledge in global competence related to cultural identity?

By reflecting on their own cultural identity and that of peers Signup and view all the answers

Which values are important to develop through acquiring global competence knowledge?

Peace, Respect, Non-discrimination Signup and view all the answers

What skills does global competence build on according to the text?

Cognitive, communication and socio-emotional skills Signup and view all the answers

How can schools help students explore complex global issues?

By providing opportunities to explore global issues through media and experiences Signup and view all the answers

Why should teaching the four knowledge domains stress on differences in perspectives?

To aid in questioning concepts and arguments Signup and view all the answers