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Multicultural Education: A pedagogical approach and philosophy that recognizes, values, and integrates diverse cultural experiences into education curricula, policies, practices, and institutional structures, aiming to foster equitable learning environments, eliminate discrimination, and promote social justice in both K-12 and higher education settings. This approach is characterized by its emphasis on critical self-reflection, cultural competence, diversity appreciation, inclusivity, and collaborative decision-making, as well as its efforts to address the historical legacies of systemic oppression and marginalization. Multicultural Education may encompass various aspects such as admissions, recruitment, retention, student support services, faculty development, and community engagement.