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 AlvaradoBernNadette T. Best-GreenManeka D. BrooksTanja BurkhardTamara ButlerGerald CampanoLimarys CaraballoMatthew DerooMaría Paula GhisoFrianna GultomValerie KinlochBrenda KrishanwongsoLindsey LichtenbergerJamila LyiscottDanny C. MartinezJohnny MerryIjeoma E. OnonujuLeigh PatelCarlotta PennJenell Igeleke PennGrace PlayerDetra Price-DennisElaine RichardsonSina SaeediDonja ThomasVaughn 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

Valerie Kinloch is the Renée and Richard Goldman Dean of the University of Pittsburgh School of Education. Her books include Crossing Boundaries--Teaching and Learning with Urban Youth; Urban Literacies: Critical Perspectives on Language, Learning, and Community; and Harlem on Our Minds: Place, Race, and the Literacies of Urban Youth. Tanja Burkhard is a postdoctoral researcher at the University of Pittsburgh School of Education. Carlotta Penn is director of community partnerships at The Ohio State University College of Education and Human Ecology.