Achieving Equity and Justice in Education through the Work of Systems Change
Author | : Jennifer Neitzel |
Publisher | : Rowman & Littlefield |
Total Pages | : 153 |
Release | : 2020-01-17 |
ISBN-10 | : 9781498599474 |
ISBN-13 | : 1498599478 |
Rating | : 4/5 (74 Downloads) |
Download or read book Achieving Equity and Justice in Education through the Work of Systems Change written by Jennifer Neitzel and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2020-01-17 with total page 153 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In Achieving Equity and Justice in Education through the Work of Systems Change, Dr. Neitzel contends that our nation is at a crossroads. Do we continue with the band aid approach to equity that is focused on implementing isolated intervention programs aimed at reducing the achievement gap? Or do we embrace systems change, which requires us to focus on disrupting the roots that are sustaining deep disparities between Black and White students? She guides readers through the history of the educational system to facilitate a greater understanding about how barriers have morphed to disadvantage Black students and why systems change is necessary to address racial inequities within our schools. She lays out a systems change framework that provides the path forward for educational leaders, teachers, policy makers, and community members. "The Work" identifies key issues that must be addressed and offers a revolutionary new way of thinking about how to bring about lasting change for all students.