Many teachers of psychology are turning to the cross-cultural literature in their efforts to address issues of diversity in their courses. This cannot be accomplished, however, by simply inserting findings from cross-cultural research into general psychology courses. Along with changes in course content, we must address ways of presenting this material effectively and the possible impact of these efforts on classroom dynamics. Recommendations are made for more effective use of cross-cultural resources that concern (a) avoiding the marginalization of cross-cultural materials and perspectives, (b) raising awareness about bias within the cross-cultural literature, (c) avoiding the creation or reinforcement of stereotypes, (d) using accurate terminology to make cross-cultural comparisons, (e) distinguishing between emics and etics, and (f) creating a classroom environment in which diversity is valued.
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