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Peer reviewedBekerie, Ayele – Journal of Black Studies, 1994
Explains and defends the theory and practice of Afrocentrism. The Ethiopic Writing System is examined within the context of Afrocentric theory. The author presents Afrocentrism as a theory that seeks to promote and implement human freedom for all. (GLR)
Descriptors: African History, Afrocentrism, Blacks, Criticism
Peer reviewedBurstein, Stanley M. – Social Studies Review, 1993
Maintains that the challenges of multicultural education include providing reliable information about civilizations for which reliable information is difficult to find. Offers an overview of the history, culture, and significance of the ancient African civilization of Kush. Provides a list of student and teacher references. (CFR)
Descriptors: African Culture, African History, Afrocentrism, Black History
Schlesinger, Arthur M., Jr. – American Educator: The Professional Journal of the American Federation of Teachers, 1991
The cult of ethnicity in general and the Afrocentric campaign in particular do not bode well for U.S. education or for the future of the country. The debate over ethnocentric curricula is traced. Commentaries by R. Walters and D. D'Souza elaborate on issues of multicultural education. (SLD)
Descriptors: Afrocentrism, Blacks, Cultural Awareness, Curriculum Development
