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The purpose of this research paper is to define the concept of multicultural
education and multicultural education as a philosophy to be followed by the
present system of education in metropolitan world.
Multicultural education is a philosophical concept buitt on the ideals of freedom,
justice, equality, equity, and human dignity as acknowledged in various
documents, such as the u.S. Declaration of Independence, universal Declaration of
Human rights adopted by the United Nations. It affirms our need to prepare
student for their responsibilities in an interdependent world. It recognise what sort
of role schools can pay in developing the attitudes and values necessary for a
democratic society. It values cultural differences and affirms the pluralism that
students, their communities, and teachers reflect. It challenges all forms of
discrimination in schools and soeiety through the promotiou of democratic
principles of social justice.
Multicultural education is a process that permeates all aspects of school practices,
policies and organization as a means to ensure the highest levels of academic
achievement for all students. It helps students develop a positive self-concept by
providing knowledge about the histories, cultures, and contribufions of diverse
groups. It prepares all students to work actively toward structural equality in
organizations and insti(utions by providing the knowledge, dispositions, and skills
