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ERIC Number: EJ585632
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1999
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ISSN: ISSN-0013-1784
Deepening the Meaning of Heritage Months.
Menkart, Deborah J.
Educational Leadership, v56 n7 p19-20 Apr 1999
Heritage month programs may actually reinforce stereotypes. When planning heritage events, schools should develop learning objectives; address values, history, and current power relationships shaping cultures; employ food and dance in context; include all Americas; portray present-day Native Americans; and examine overall school curriculum and policies. (12 references) (MLH)
Descriptors: Cultural Background, Cultural Pluralism, Curriculum, Dance, Educational Objectives, Elementary Secondary Education, Ethnic Stereotypes, Food, Learning Activities, School Policy, Values
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Evaluative
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Language: English
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Identifiers: Black History Month; Hispanic Heritage Month; Womens History Month