Educating for Community Cohesion: Promoting Tolerance and Ethnocultural Empathy. Palgrave Studies in Global Citizenship Education and Democracy

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Title: Educating for Community Cohesion: Promoting Tolerance and Ethnocultural Empathy. Palgrave Studies in Global Citizenship Education and Democracy
Language: English
Authors: Wendy A. Booth
Source: Palgrave Macmillan. 2025.
Availability: Palgrave Macmillan. Available from: Springer Nature. One New York Plaza, Suite 4600, New York, NY 10004. Tel: 800-777-4643; Tel: 212-460-1500; Fax: 212-460-1700; e-mail:customerservice@springernature.com; Web site: http://www.palgrave.com/us/social-science/education
Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 206
Publication Date: 2025
Intended Audience: Teachers; Policymakers; Practitioners
Document Type: Book
Reports - Research
Education Level: Secondary Education
Descriptors: Cultural Awareness, Empathy, Multicultural Education, Secondary Education, Citizenship Education, Social Bias, Labeling (of Persons), Group Dynamics, Mass Media Effects, Diversity, Interdisciplinary Approach, Inclusion, Foreign Countries
Geographic Terms: United Kingdom
DOI: 10.1007/978-3-032-06452-3
ISSN: 2946-2711
2946-272X
Abstract: This book demonstrates how tolerance and ethnocultural empathy can be taught in secondary school citizenship classrooms through the application of sociology and social psychology. Combining theoretical, pedagogical, and policy perspectives, it presents the TEEMA (Tolerance and Ethnocultural Empathy for Mutual Acceptance) Resources and reports on mixed methods case study research in two contrasting Welsh schools. The findings show how targeted lessons on topics such as prejudice, labelling theory, in group/out group dynamics and media influence can move pupils from 'thin' tolerance (peaceful coexistence) towards 'thick' tolerance (empathy, mutuality and celebration of diversity). This interdisciplinary approach offers practical, transferable strategies and resources for educators, policymakers and youth practitioners seeking to foster inclusion, reduce prejudice and strengthen community cohesion -- in the UK and beyond.
Abstractor: As Provided
Entry Date: 2025
Accession Number: ED676973
Database: ERIC
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