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ERIC Number: EJ512942
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1995
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ISSN: ISSN-0002-8312
Toward a Theory of Culturally Relevant Pedagogy.
Ladson-Billings, Gloria
American Educational Research Journal, v32 n3 p465-91 Fall 1995
Building on existing educational anthropological literature, this article suggests a new theoretical perspective that addresses specific concerns in educating teachers for success with African American students. Teaching practices of eight exemplary teachers provide a way to define and recognize culturally relevant pedagogy. (SLD)
Descriptors: Black Students, Cultural Differences, Culturally Relevant Education, Educational Anthropology, Educational Practices, Educational Theories, Elementary Education, Elementary School Teachers, Ethnic Groups, Minority Groups, Teacher Education, Teaching Methods
Publication Type: Reports - Research; Journal Articles
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Language: English
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Note: Research supported by the National Academy of Education through a Spencer Foundation postdoctoral fellowship. Section on social and institutional analysis.