Multiculturalism

Over the weekend, I attended a conference that focused on teaching the Asian culture in Kentucky schools. This parallels to my sociology class, which has focused on the importance of promoting multiculturalism in schools. I was completely shocked to find out that the Chinese language and culture is being taught in the primary school system of Marion and Nelson Counties. There is also a push to teach the Japanese language and culture in the Kentucky school system as well. Being exposed to another language at such an early age is by far the best approach to learning the language fluently. It also allows people to form an understanding of other cultures, and ultimately helps alleviate racism. I personally would love for my son to be exposed to other languages and cultures in his primary education. There is a lot of work that needs to be done in establishing the study of Asian culture in the Kentucky school system, but we are moving in the right direction.