"Pre-service teaching of elementary generalists is sometimes considered the black hole' of art education-, (Duncum, P. 1999). ... These are some of the questions that need answers if this issue is to improve for the benefit of both the teachers and more importantly the children. ... Their goals are to: Promote and support of the study of Asia across all curriculum in Australian schools. ... Promote the study of Asia within teacher education. Educate the broader community about the importance of schools undertaking studies of Asia. ...

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Thus, the problem and question for me become, how do we as educators maintain excellence and equity in our teaching through multicultural education, in the face of the standards and mandates set by NCLB and our state, so that no student-of any group-is left behind? ... When there is no time for focus on skills that students need to participate in social change, these students will not learn to question practices within society or to work with other students from all different groups and backgrounds to effect change. Classes in schools that may contribute to multicultural education, such as s...

• Word Count: 1850
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• Grade Level: Undergraduate