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Peer reviewedStone, Pamela – Teaching Sociology, 1996
Examines 25 introductory sociology textbooks to ascertain patterns of race-ethnic coverage. Discovers coverage to be fairly extensive but focused around a limited set of sociological topics (stratification, education, health). Coverage in other areas (age, politics, religion) was significantly lower. Discusses implications for course development…
Descriptors: Cultural Images, Cultural Interrelationships, Educational Assessment, Educational Discrimination
Peer reviewedDennick-Brecht, M. Kathryn – Teaching Sociology, 1993
Argues that research and teaching in sociology should reflect increased commitment achievements and contributions of culturally diverse groups. Discusses content analysis of 30 introductory sociology texts to determine quantity and quality of their coverage of U.S. ethnic and racial groups. Concludes that, although substantial progress has been…
Descriptors: Content Analysis, Cultural Images, Cultural Pluralism, Curriculum Development
