Critique on the Problematic of Implementing Afrocentricity into Traditional Curriculum: "The Powers That Be.".

Richardson, Elaine

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Publication Date: 2000

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Critique on the Problematic of Implementing Afrocentricity into Traditional Curriculum: "The Powers That Be."

Richardson, Elaine

Journal of Black Studies, v31 n2 p196-213 Nov 2000

Reflects on the implementation of African-centered composition curriculum within the traditional curriculum, describing five theoretical traditions upon which the African-centered composition curriculum is based. Highlights the implementation of this curriculum at one university in 1996, noting problems encountered during the implementation that attest to the need for Afrocentricity beginning in kindergarten. (SM)

Descriptors: Afrocentrism, Black Students, College Students, Cultural Awareness, Curriculum Development, Higher Education, Writing (Composition), Writing Instruction, Writing Skills

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Language: English

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