Race, Justice, and Activism in Literacy Instruction

This volume brings together respected scholars to examine the intersections of race, justice, and activism in direct relation to the teaching and learning of critical literacy. The text includes examples of student activism from across the United States, questions to help guide discussions and artifacts from students and educators.

Contributors: Arlene Alvarado BernNadette T. Best-Green Maneka D. Brooks Tanja Burkhard Tamara Butler Gerald Campano Limarys Caraballo Matthew Deroo María Paula Ghiso Frianna Gultom Valerie Kinloch Brenda Krishanwongso Lindsey Lichtenberger Jamila Lyiscott Danny C. Martinez Johnny Merry Ijeoma E. Ononuju Leigh Patel Carlotta Penn Jenell Igeleke Penn Grace Player Detra Price-Dennis Elaine Richardson Sina Saeedi Donja Thomas Vaughn Watson

"This volume powerfully and convincingly centers arguments on the significance of antiracist teacher preparation, culturally responsive pedagogy, the power of engaging youth in their own learning, and the necessity of community activism."
From the Foreword by Yolanda Sealey-Ruiz, Teachers College, Columbia University

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