Whether Canada is as multicultural as it seems or if it is just the country of the encounter of different cultures without bringing them closer to each other is often discussed talking about diversity within countries.
The population of Canada is culturally mixed because so many people from different cultural background live there. Nevertheless the globally admired multiculturalism of Canada is often regarded as superficially by other countries.
It is necessary for students to be informed about how it is possible for some countries like Canada to host such a variety of cultures. Apart from that, they get to know how people are able to live peacefully together although they come from different cultural background and pay attention to different traditions.
I analyze the differences between other countries and Canada in terms of multiculturalism and show how Canada portrays itself. This analysis finds out whether it is reality or ideology the inhabitants of Canada display. Afterwards I present methods of teaching the cultural diversity of Canada in school.
Table of Contents
1. Abstract
2. Introduction
3. Canada´s Multiplicity
4. Canada in Comparison to Other Countries
5. Showing Canada´s Diversity to the Students and its Teaching Goals
6. Students Elaborating how Canada Got its Status
7. Conclusion
Objectives and Core Topics
This work examines the concept of multiculturalism in Canada to determine whether it serves as a viable model for other nations to manage cultural diversity. The research investigates the historical and political integration processes in Canada and explores pedagogical approaches for teaching these concepts to students in countries with different cultural foundations.
- Analysis of Canada's multicultural identity and citizenship integration
- Comparative perspective: Canada versus monocultural-oriented countries
- Pedagogical methods for teaching cultural diversity in classrooms
- Examination of the interplay between language, tradition, and national identity
- Evaluation of the role of immigration history in social cohesion
Excerpt from the Book
3. Canada´s Multiplicity
The first steps towards Canada´s current status were made in 1971 when Canada established itself as the first multicultural nation worldwide. Considering the number of immigrants who become citizens in Canada it is very obvious that it is an important factor of moderate multicultural countries to welcome immigrants or guest workers as future citizens. The citizenship integration is the key factor of Canada´s successful dealing with multiculturalism within the country. Being accepted as a citizen in a foreign country is for most of the immigrants a reason to be proud of the new country they live in. So they try even harder to get along with people sharing either the same fate or being born there.
Becoming a citizen also means legitimated diversity and having the full rights of a citizen for people with different cultural background. In Canada there are many people from different foreign countries who enrich the country with their culture. It is important for the people to value every culture equally and to respect each other.
For example, there are so many immigrants from Asia in Western Canada that in call centers people even answer the phone talking Chinese. Additionally, it is important to consider the two official languages, French and English, which represent the acceptance of differences in nationality and language in Canada.
So Canada shows much tolerance towards other cultures.
Summary of Chapters
1. Abstract: Provides an overview of the investigation into whether Canadian multiculturalism is a genuine societal reality or a superficial ideology and outlines the pedagogical scope.
2. Introduction: Defines multiculturalism through the lens of Canadian policy and highlights the country's potential as a role model for peaceful coexistence.
3. Canada´s Multiplicity: Explores the 1971 shift to multiculturalism and the pivotal role of citizenship integration in fostering national social cohesion.
4. Canada in Comparison to Other Countries: Contrasts Canada’s immigration history with the monocultural foundations of countries like Germany and Japan.
5. Showing Canada´s Diversity to the Students and its Teaching Goals: Discusses classroom strategies to help students understand cultural diversity and tolerance using Canadian examples.
6. Students Elaborating how Canada Got its Status: Focuses on the importance of analyzing historical contexts to understand the prerequisites for successful cultural integration.
7. Conclusion: Summarizes the advantages of cultural diversity and reiterates the significance of teaching Canada as a model for global pluralism.
Keywords
Canada, Multiculturalism, Immigration, Citizenship, Cultural Diversity, Integration, Education, Teaching Methods, Aboriginal Canadians, Social Cohesion, Tolerance, Pluralism, Cultural Identity, Languages
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the central focus of this academic work?
This work explores how Canada manages its cultural diversity and whether these practices can serve as a successful model for other countries struggling with integration.
What are the primary themes discussed in the study?
The central themes include the historical development of Canadian multicultural policy, the role of citizenship, comparison with monocultural-tradition nations, and effective pedagogical strategies for teaching diversity in schools.
What is the main research objective?
The objective is to determine if the multiculturalism displayed by Canada is a practical reality or mere ideology, and how this knowledge can be effectively communicated to students.
Which scientific methods are applied here?
The author uses a comparative analysis of societal models and evaluates pedagogical approaches to curriculum development regarding cultural studies.
What is covered in the main section of the paper?
The main section details Canada’s transition to a multicultural nation, compares it to countries like Germany and Japan, and provides practical classroom exercises involving indigenous culture and immigration history.
Which keywords best describe this research?
Key terms include Multiculturalism, Canada, Citizenship, Integration, Education, Cultural Diversity, and Tolerance.
How does the author characterize the difference between Canada and Germany regarding immigration?
The author highlights that while Canada views immigration as a positive and defining feature of its history, other countries like Germany have historically struggled to welcome immigrants as future citizens.
Why is the 1971 landmark significant for Canada's multicultural status?
1971 marks the point when Canada officially established itself as the first multicultural nation globally, setting a foundation for its current policy of citizenship-based integration.
- Quote paper
- Anastasia Wolter (Author), 2012, Teaching the Cultural Multiplicity of Canada as Example for Diversity of Language and Behaviour within a Country, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.hausarbeiten.de/document/286753
