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As we approach the twenty-first century, biracialism and biculturalism are becoming increasingly common.  Skin color and place of birth are no longer reliable signifiers of one's identity or origin.  Simple questions like What are you? and Where are you from? aren't answered--they are discussed.  These eighteen essays, joined by a shared sense of duality, address the difficulties of not fitting into and the benefits of being part of two worlds.  Through the lens of personal experience, they offer a broader spectrum of meaning for race and culture.  And in the process, they map a new ethnic terrain that transcends racial and cultural division..
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As the conservative political mood of our nation eliminates programs for the increasing numbers of bilingual children, educators are nevertheless expected to teach linguistically and culturally diverse learners with limited background knowledge and resources. This edited volume challenges "mainstream" educators to critically examine how to best meet the needs of bilingual/bicultural children in contemporary America..
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In this work, Antonia Darder draws upon the writings of Brazilian philosopher Paulo Freire and American theorist Henry Giroux to provide a detailed look at the education of subordinate cultural groups in the United States, and the impact of dominant cultural forces on the lives of students from disenfranchised communities. Darder confronts the cultural values and practices that serve to marginalize black, Latino, Asian, and other bicultural students, and offers a set of theoretical principles from which to develop a critical practice of bicultural education. By expanding the dialogue with respect to bicultural education, Darder provides classroom teachers with a critical theoretical perspective by which they can evaluate their current practices with bicultural students. The book introduces the principles of a culturally democratic vision of schooling that both challenges the pluralistic notions of multicultural approaches, and represents something of a political project, dedicated to securing the societal participation of communities and groups that historically have been excluded from the mainstream of American life. The work concludes with a practical study of bicultural education. This unique work will be an important resource for teachers, education students, and educational researchers, as well as a valuable addition to college and university libraries..
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Delving into the often unexplored areas of class, race, and power struggles, The Power of Parents poses a unique and original critical examination of the relationship between bicultural parents and the school system. Written with students and practitioners in mind, it challenges past research that has traditionally argued bicultural parents are incompetent, apathetic, and do not value education, hence the cause of their children?s academic underachievement. This book sheds new light on why bicultural parents often mistrust the school system and uncovers the contradictions inherent in the relationship between them and school personnel..
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All parents want their children to thrive and succeed, but Latino parents face a unique set of challenges -- passing along our much-cherished cultural traditions and values, while sending our sons and daughters into an increasingly fast-paced and often homogeneous world, where it's easy to lose sight of nuestra familia and the legacy of past generations. Now, an award-winning Latina in the field of early childhood education (and a mother herself) has assembled an indispensable reference for Hispanic parents and caregivers of children from birth to age twelve. A practical reference as well as a precious treasury of la cultura, Raising Nuestros Niños covers:

* Our History, Traditions, and Culture: Lessons to share with your children, and simple ways to enrich your child's development and self-esteem as you celebrate your heritage

* Your Child's Social, Emotional, and Intellectual Skills: How to encourage these vital areas of a youngster's development, and why an environment rich in Latino culture will enhance your child's future

* The Value of Family and Community: The cornerstones of effective parenting that have supported and nurtured generations of Latino households

Filled with the latest research as well as personal anecdotes, songs, recipes, dichos, and games, Raising Nuestros Niños will provide a rich cultural framework designed to help you parent effectively and responsibly, as you pass along the priceless gift of nuestra cultura..
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Robert J. Danzig has tapped into the source of leadership by nailing down nine powers of leadership inherent in every person. In doing so, he has created a guidebook for finding the leader within.Culminating 47 years of experience in the newspaper business, Danzig, the Senior Corporate Executive in charge of Hearst Newspaper Group, presents 34 inspiring profiles of successful leaders who, together, define leadership.Danzig sheds light on the foundations of leadership by spotlighting the powers:-Quality-Innovation-Inspiration-Perseverance-Passion-Character-Charisma-Energy-EnthusiasmAlthough you may not be aware of them, each of these is also a part of your fundamental makeup.By attributing one power to each profile, Danzig offers a pattern for you to model while nurturing your leader within. The Leader Within You will introduce you to yourselfABOUT THE AUTHOR:The Senior Corporate Executive in charge of the Hearst Newspaper Group, as well as the Vice-President of the Hearst Corporation, ROBERT J. DANZIG is the model of perseverance. By working double-time to fit forty-eight hours into the twenty-four hour day, he has managed to combine an extremely successful career at Hearst, with his second career as a motivational speaker. Danzig is currently embarking on an ambitious five-year plan to give motivational speakers to over one million people.SELECTED REVIEWS:"If you've got passion and conviction you're more likely to be inspiring to others as a leader. I can't tell you how much I've enjoyed your writing." Ted Turner, Vice-Chairman of Time Warner and Founder of CNN"Life and business are all about what I call niche-picking. Learn from this masterful book. Read it. Celebrate it. Sour with it." Harvey Mackay, author of Swim With The Sharks and Dig Your Well Before You're Thirsty.
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The yearning to remember who we are is not easily detected in the qualitative dimensions of focus groups and ethnographic research methods; nor is it easily measured in standard quantified scientific inquiry. It is deeply rooted, obscured by layer upon layer of human efforts to survive the impact of historical amnesia induced by the dominant policies and practices of advanced capitalism and postmodern culture. Darder's introduction sets the tone by describing the formation of "Warriors for Gringostroika" and "The New Mestizas." In the words of Anzaldua, "those who cross over, pass over . . . the confines of the `normal.'" Critical essays follow by Mexicanas, poets, activists, and educators of all colors and persuasions. The collection coming out of the good work of the Southern California University system relates to all locales and spectrums of the human condition and will no doubt inspire excellent creativity of knowing and remembering among all who chance to read any part thereof..
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