Influence of Multicultural Education on Students in Pakistan
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Multicultural, Education, StudentsAbstract
Purpose: The aim of the study was to assess the influence of multicultural education on students in Pakistan.
Materials and Methods: This study adopted a desk methodology. A desk study research design is commonly known as secondary data collection. This is basically collecting data from existing resources preferably because of its low cost advantage as compared to a field research. Our current study looked into already published studies and reports as the data was easily accessed through online journals and libraries.
Findings: The study indicated that multicultural education promotes greater cultural awareness and sensitivity among students, which is crucial in today's diverse societies. By exposing students to various cultural perspectives and histories, it broadens their understanding and appreciation of different cultures, leading to increased empathy and reduced prejudice. Furthermore, multicultural education has been shown to improve academic performance by making learning more relevant and engaging for students from diverse backgrounds. It encourages critical thinking and the ability to view issues from multiple angles, enhancing students' analytical skills. Additionally, multicultural education helps in developing social and emotional skills by facilitating cross-cultural communication and collaboration, preparing students for a globalized world. Overall, the integration of multicultural education into the curriculum is essential for fostering a more inclusive, equitable, and effective educational environment.
Implications to Theory, Practice and Policy: Social learning theory, culturally relevant pedagogy and intergroup contact theory may be used to anchor future studies on assessing the influence of multicultural education on students in Pakistan. From a practical standpoint, the findings advocate for the integration of multicultural education into standard curricula across all educational levels. Policy recommendations emphasize the need for systemic support for multicultural education. Educational policymakers should mandate the inclusion of multicultural curricula in national and local education standards.
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