ERIC Number: EJ1077172
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2015
Pages: 10
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Promoting World Citizenship: A Crucial Area of Study
Hacker, Barbara L.
NAMTA Journal, v40 n2 p139-148 Spr 2015
This article probes the vicissitudes of racism and how the multicultural perspectives of a Montessori preschool environment can prevent prejudices. Barbara Hacker is whole-heartedly committed to human unity transcending color differences. Racism is incompatible with a Montessori classroom that shares different holidays and cultures, builds social cohesion, and creates a safe and tolerant place.
Descriptors: Racial Bias, Social Justice, Citizenship Education, Montessori Method, Montessori Schools, Preschool Education, Educational Environment, Multicultural Education, Consciousness Raising, History, Role of Education, Social Development
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: Preschool Education; Early Childhood Education
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Language: English
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