Author : Nancy G. Barron
Publisher : Peter Lang
ISBN 13 : 9780820481425
Total Pages : 292 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (814 download)
Book Synopsis Social Change in Diverse Teaching Contexts by : Nancy G. Barron
Download or read book Social Change in Diverse Teaching Contexts written by Nancy G. Barron and published by Peter Lang. This book was released on 2006 with total page 292 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Assumptions based on racial, class, and ethnic identities can undermine our best intentions as teachers, administrators, and scholars. The misguided strategy of colorblindness and the continuing racial segregation of American cities and schools leave teachers and students with little experience for addressing the touchy subject of racial identity in the classroom. This collection, pertinent for teacher preparation, undergraduate and graduate seminars, and reading discussion groups, focuses on new and experienced teachers who confront myths, who negotiate their own identities as well as identity politics in the classroom, and who design new projects, use new tools, and apply new practices. The chapters highlight the need to change how teachers respond to student work, manage classroom interactions, form collaborative partnerships, construct service-learning projects, and conduct research.