Solace, Self-Esteen, and Solidarity: The Role of Afro-American Folklore in the Education and Acculturation of Black Americans.

Green, Barbara L.

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ERIC Number: EJ298870

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1984

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Solace, Self-Esteen, and Solidarity: The Role of Afro-American Folklore in the Education and Acculturation of Black Americans.

Green, Barbara L.

Texas Tech Journal of Education, v11 n1 p91-98 Win 1984

Folklore played an important part in the acculturation of Black Americans. Folksongs, worksongs, spirituals, and proverbs promoted racial solidarity, expressed thoughts, and served as educational and social tools. (DF)

Descriptors: Acculturation, Black Culture, Black Influences, Cultural Activities, Ethnology, Folk Culture, Multicultural Education, Nonformal Education

Publication Type: Historical Materials; Journal Articles

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Audience: Practitioners

Language: English

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