Using Simulations to Develop Cultural Sensitivity in Preservice Teachers: The Heelotia Experience.
Overview & Synopsis
Examines a preservice teacher education program designed to address multicultural understanding and awareness in school curriculum by developing students' knowledge and experience of others' attitudes and values. The author introduces the Heelotia cross-cultural simulation, describes its use and student opinions of the experience, and discusses the implications of using such simulated experiences in preservice education. (GR)
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Document Information
| Document Title | Using Simulations to Develop Cultural Sensitivity in Preservice Teachers: The Heelotia Experience. |
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| Author / Organization | Hoelscher, Karen |
| Subject & Discipline | Cultural Awareness, Cultural Interrelationships, Cultural Pluralism |
| Categories | Education & Pedagogy |
| Publication Year | 1996 |
| License / Rights | Public Domain / Open Access Educational Resource |
| Resource Verification | Listed PDF (Verification Pending) |
| Original Host Website |
ERIC (Education Resources)
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| File Format | application/pdf (Portable Document Format) |
| Language | EN |
| Catalog ID | DOC-214579 |
| Original Source Link | Visit Source Page on eric.ed.gov » |