Worldmath Curriculum: Fighting Eurocentrism in Mathematics.
Overview & Synopsis
Contends that institutionalized Eurocentric curricula constantly reinforce racial and sexual inferiority complexes among people of color and women. Calls for the incorporation of world mathematical and scientific history and knowledge in the curriculum. Describes a radical pedagogy encouraging minority students to feel positive and self-assured about their mathematics abilities. (AF)
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Document Information
| Document Title | Worldmath Curriculum: Fighting Eurocentrism in Mathematics. |
|---|---|
| Author / Organization | Anderson, S. E. |
| Subject & Discipline | Black Students, College Mathematics, Equal Education |
| Categories | Education & Pedagogy |
| Publication Year | 1990 |
| License / Rights | Public Domain / Open Access Educational Resource |
| Resource Verification | Listed PDF (Verification Pending) |
| Original Host Website |
ERIC (Education Resources)
(eric.ed.gov)
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| File Format | application/pdf (Portable Document Format) |
| Language | EN |
| Catalog ID | DOC-123668 |
| Original Source Link | Visit Source Page on eric.ed.gov » |