MULTICULTURAL MUSIC EDUCATION IN THE PROCESS OF EUROPEAN INTEGRATION

Ivan Lešnik

doi:10.7251/NS1601326L

Authors

Ivan Lešnik Univerza na Primorskem /University of Primorska Pedagoška fakulteta / Faculty of Education Koper, Slovenia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.7251/NS1601326L

Keywords:

multicultural music education, differences, diversity, European integration

Abstract

Music education and education in general play an important role in learning the cultural heritage of one’s own nation and in strengthening national identity. The United Europe has been creating an increasingly homogenous and multicultural society, which is facing the problem of migrations. Understanding and accepting differences and diversity is a prerequisite for life in European multicultural community, where above all mutual respect is repeatedly emphasised. Multicultural education endeavours for equal opportunities in the education of all children in all areas irrespective of the differences such as race, ethnic affiliation, social background, and other categories. It creates the circumstances for equitable education of all children. The goals of multicultural education are clear and represent an ideal both for teachers, parents, and children. The process of their implementation is gradual and long-term. The development of multicultural community in Europe is a reality and a future, and on this way education systems including the multicultural music education will play an important role.

Author Biography

Ivan Lešnik , Univerza na Primorskem /University of Primorska Pedagoška fakulteta / Faculty of Education Koper, Slovenia

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