2. Ethnocentric Curriculum

Question 1

What has the national curriculum been criticised for?

Answer 1

Criticised for being ethnocentric - especially with its focus on British history and literature

Question 2

What subjects have been criticised?

Answer 2

British history, literature and Geography for its emphasis on Britains positive contributions to the rest of the world

Question 3

What has a significant number of African Caribbean’s noticed?

Answer 3

A significant number of African Caribbean’s have noted their invisibility in the curriculum

Question 4

What happens when black history is acknowledged?

Answer 4

When black history is acknowledged the curriculum tends to focus on slavery which leads to frustration amongst black pupils

Question 5

What is unlikely about an ethnocentric curriculum

Answer 5

While curriculum may not be ethnocentric it is unlikely that this is only factor for underachievement

Question 6

Which pupils achievement is above national average?

Answer 6

Indian and Chinese pupils achievement is above national average