This course addresses the origins, concepts, trends and principles of multicultural education, equity, and the conceptual framework on cultural diversity in relation to education. Curriculum content enhances the ability of students to use a critical consciousness approach to dialogue as an effective method of teaching diversity across the curriculum. Inclusive early childhood curricula and instructional strategies for working with children withtypical and atypical developmental needs are emphasized. Meta-analysis of research data is pursued. The course is WEB enhanced.