CONCEPT FOR INTERCULTURAL EDUCATION

Abstract

INTRODUCTION Intercultural Education emerges as a response to the multicultural challenges of the modern (contemporary) society. It is determined by the global migratory movements and the existing both multilingual and multicultural tradition in several countries in Europe and in the World. In order to respond to social needs and to serve as an instrument for social relations promotion that are increasingly being realized in a plural context, education in all its forms (formal, non-formal and informal) in children, youth and adults should develop the awareness for acceptance and respect for differences and capabilities for intercultural dialogue. Thus, they will be able to actively participate in building a common life and contribute to its improvement.