Talking about Race Alleviating the Fear |
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| Editor:
| Grineski, Steven
Landsman, Julie
Simmons, Robert |
| ISBN: | 978-1-57922-559-9 |
| Publication Date: | Mar 2013 |
| Publisher: | Stylus Publishing
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| Book Format: | Hardback |
| List Price: | AUD $215.95AUD $188.00 |
Book Description:
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To overcome the common fear of discussing race, of saying 'something wrong', this book brings together over thirty contributions by teachers and students of different ethnicities and races who offer their experiences, ideas, and advice. With passion and sensitivity they cover such topics as the development of racial consciousness and identity in children; demonstrate the importance of giving voice to students; recount how they responded to racial incidents and used current affairs to...
More DescriptionTo overcome the common fear of discussing race, of saying 'something wrong', this book brings together over thirty contributions by teachers and students of different ethnicities and races who offer their experiences, ideas, and advice. With passion and sensitivity they cover such topics as the development of racial consciousness and identity in children; demonstrate the importance of giving voice to students; recount how they responded to racial incidents and used current affairs to discuss oppression; describe courses and strategies they have developed; and more.