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ERIC Number: EJ535498
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1996
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ISSN: ISSN-0013-8274
New Worlds, Old Wisdom (Rainbow Teachers, Rainbow Students).
Cruz, MaryCarmen; Duff, Ogle Burks
English Journal, v85 n7 p116-18 Nov 1996
Presents some thoughts on using "dichos" (or sayings of students) to develop literacy skills. Suggests that drawing on the knowledge bases of learners in classrooms not only entices them to participate in the curriculum but also makes the necessary connections between home and school. (RS)
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Family School Relationship, Multicultural Education, Prior Learning, Secondary Education, Student Characteristics
Publication Type: Reports - Descriptive; Guides - Classroom - Teacher; Journal Articles
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Language: English
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