Multicultural education has become one of the most widely discussed concepts in education today. Yet, at the same time, it is also one of the most misunderstood. Now, teachers, students and other interested parties can turn to the Dictionary of Multicultural Education to further their knowledge and understanding of this increasingly popular educational practice. As the authoritative reference work on this subject, the Dictionary includes detailed descriptions of more than 100 key words and phrases that are commonly used in the discussion of multicultural education at both the local school and national levels. Each entry begins with a simple, clear description of a concept or term and moves to a more in-depth discussion, using illustrative examples to bring the concept alive. Also included are brief biographical profiles of scholars, theoreticians and practitioners who have emerged as leaders in this field.