Cultural Diversity and Social Skills Instruction / Edition 1

by Dr. Gwendolyn Cartledge, Gwendolyn, JoAnn F. Milburn, Joanne Fellows Milburn

Overview

Finally, a book that shows how to teach social skills from a culturally sensitive perspective. This unique manual provides valuable information and insights for working with students from the four largest minority groups—Hispanic American, African American, Native American, and Asian American. The authors differentiate between skill deficits that need to be changed and cultural differences that should be respected in their current form or altered according to specific situations. The book also addresses differences in social skills instruction for male and female students.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780878223558
Publisher:	Research Press
Publication date:	08/01/1996
Edition description:	New Edition
Pages:	398
Product dimensions:	5.90(w) x 8.90(h) x 0.90(d)

About the Author

Gwendolyn Cartledge, Ph.D., is a professor at The Ohio State University, School of Physical Activity and Educational Services, special education programs. Her professional teaching, research, and writings have centered on students with mild disabilities, the development of social skills, and early intervention and prevention of learning and behavior problems through effective instruction.