Graduate students perceptions‟ on multicultural education: a qualitative case study

Abstract

The main responsibility in the implementation of multicultural education, which includes notions like equality, respect, andpeace, as well as an equal opportunity for success for all students, belongs toteachers. The teachers‟ perception of and attitude towards multiculturaleducation are directly related to how they will implement multiculturaleducation. Some past studies indicate that there is an undeniable effect ofculture on education, yet teaching candidates and managers often don'thave sufficient knowledge of multicultural education. Data gathered fromthis study is expected to contribute to the literature on multiculturaleducation practices expected to be included in Turkey‟s educationalprograms.