Education 205 - Racism/Inequal in Schools/Soc

When do we bring up race and racism in a;classroom? What do teachers need to interrupt;racism and other types of oppression? How do;societal issues affect schools and communities?;This course examines the historical, social, and;legal underpinnings of social constructions and;how perspectives on race have influenced lives;within school communities. Topics included will;be white privilege and accountability,;achievement and opportunity gaps, and the impact;of antiracist pedagogies on multiple levels.;Intersectionality of race and other identities;will also be addressed. Essays, response papers,;field experiences, and final project are required.

Course limited to sophomores, juniors and seniors