Published by Pearson (18 September 2020) © 2021
Understanding Human Differences uses a stimulating inquiry approach to discuss and debate issues in American society. Grounded in research from the behavioral and social sciences, this text uses a question-and-answer format to bring the topics and issues to life. The conceptual framework for the book examines issues from individual and institutional perspectives. The last section of the book focuses on changes already achieved or that need to be implemented in schools and other areas of society to create a more just society.
The 6th Edition is thoroughly updated to keep you aware of new factors impacting ongoing issues as well as emerging new issues.
1. Understanding Ourselves and Others: Clarifying Values and Language
2. Understanding Prejudice and Its Causes
3. Communication, Conflict, and Conflict Resolution
4. Immigration and Oppression: The Assault on Cultural and Language Diversity
5. Race and Oppression: The Experiences of People of Color
6. Religion and Oppression: The Struggle for Religious Freedom
7. Rejecting Oppressive Relationships: The Logic of Cultural Pluralism for a Diverse Society
8. Racism: Confronting a Legacy of White Domination in America
9. Classism: Misperceptions and Myths About Income, Wealth, and Poverty
10. Sexism: Where the Personal Becomes Political
11. Heterosexism: Challenging the Heterosexism Assumption
12. Ableism: Disability Does Not Mean Inability
13. Pluralism in Schools: The Promise of Multicultural Education
15. Pluralism in Society: Creating Unity in a Diverse America
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