The Significance of the African Historical Contribution and Foreign Language Study in Higher Education.

Jackson, Shirley

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Publication Date: 1991

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The Significance of the African Historical Contribution and Foreign Language Study in Higher Education.

Jackson, Shirley

Journal of Caribbean Studies, v8 n1-2 p3-11 Win-Sum 1990-91

Discusses the benefits of incorporating African-Caribbean contributions to U.S. history and culture at the level of higher education, such as promoting global interconnectedness, correcting misinformation about African Americans, recognizing and profiting from knowledge acquired by ancient civilizations, and strengthening economic competitiveness. (CJS)

Descriptors: African History, African Studies, Cultural Awareness, Curriculum Development, Curriculum Enrichment, Foreign Countries, Foreign Culture, Global Approach, Higher Education, Modern Language Curriculum, Non Western Civilization, Second Language Instruction, Second Language Learning

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Opinion Papers

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Language: English

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Identifiers - Location: Africa; United States

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