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    Multicultural literacy involves identifying the cultural perspectives behind knowledge, uncovering assumptions, and using knowledge to promote social justice. Global literacy addresses issues like globalization, diversity, and environmental stewardship. Both aim to empower students and teach them to respect various cultures and perspectives. To develop these literacies, teachers must integrate multicultural perspectives and contexts into their lessons, acknowledge classroom diversity, and teach students to question cultural assumptions and think critically about cultural issues.

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    SAMAR COLLEGES, INC.

    Catbalogan City, Samar

    SUBJECT: PROF. ED. 206


    DESCRIPTIVE TITLE: BUILDING AND ENHANCING LITERACY SKILLS
    ACROSS CURRICULUM
    TOPIC: MULTICULTURAL AND GLOBAL LITERACY
    INSTRUCTOR: WILSON M. MABINGNAY
    SEMESTER: FIRST SEMESTER
    SCHOOL YEAR: 2020 – 2021

    Lesson 1 Multicultural and Global Literacy

    What is Multicultural Literacy?

    Multicultural Literacy consists of the skills and ability to identify


    the creators of knowledge and their interests (Banks, 1996), to
    uncover the assumptions of knowledge, to view knowledge from
    diverse ethnic and cultural perspective, and to use knowledge to
    guided action that will create a humane and just world (Boutte,
    2008).

    Multicultural Literacy then, brings attention to diversity, equity and social justice to foster
    cultural awareness by addressing difficult issues like discrimination and oppression towards
    other ethnicities (Boutte, 2008). According to Boutte (2008) education for multicultural literacy
    should help students to develop the 21st century skills and attitudes that are needed to become
    active citizens who will work towards achieving social justice within our communities. Because
    of the growing racial, language and ethnic diversity in our country, Multicultural Literacy needs
    to be transformed in substantial ways to prepare students to function effectively in the 21st
    Century (Boutte, 2008).

    By making small changes within the classrooms, it can create big changes globally (Boutte,
    2008). As diversity grows, there is a need for the emergence of multicultural education that is
    more representative of the students in today’s classrooms. By teaching students to be advocates
    for multiculturalism, we are also sending a message of empathy and tolerance in schools as a
    need to develop deeper understanding of others and appreciation of different cultures (Banks,
    2003). With this being said, in order for students to develop these attitudes and skills, it requires
    basic knowledge prior to teaching students how to question assumptions about cultural

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    knowledge and how to critique and critically think about these important cultural issues, which is
    what essentially makes Multicultural Literacy a 21st Century Literacy (Banks, 2003).

    What is Global Literacy?

    Global Literacy aims to address issues of globalization, racism, diversity


    and social justice (Guo, 2014). It requires awareness and action, consistent
    with a broad understanding of humanity, the planet, and the impact of
    human decision on both. Global Literacy also aims to empower students
    with knowledge and take action to make a positive impact in the world
    and their local community (Guo, 2014).
    According to the Ontario Ministry of Education (2015) A global citizen should display most or
    all of the following characteristics:
    •  Respect for humans no matter their race, gender, religion or political perspectives.
    •  Respect for diversity and various perspectives.
    •  Promoting sustainable patterns of living, consumption, and production.
    •  Appreciate the natural world and demonstrate respectful towards the rights of all
    living things.

    How are Multicultural and Global Literacy Interconnected?

    Every classroom contains students of different race, religion, and cultural groups. Students
    embrace diverse behaviors, cultural values, patterns of practice, and communication. Yet they all
    share one commonality: their educational opportunity (Guo, 2014).

    Teachers should teach their students that other cultures exist and that these deserve to be
    acknowledged and respected. Integrating a variety of cultural context into lessons and activities,
    teaches students to view the world from many angles, creates a respect for diversity and enables
    students to learn exciting information. As classrooms become increasingly more diverse, it is
    important for educators to acknowledge and address diversity issues and to integrate
    multiculturalism information into the classroom curriculum (Guo, 2014).

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    ACTIVITY: FREE WRITING
    Read and answer the following:

    A. Based from your understanding, compare and/or contrast Multicultural and Global Literacy.
    B. Why is multicultural literacy important?
    C. Who is a multicultural literate teacher?
    D. How do you teach multicultural literacy in the classroom?

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