Foundations of Critical Race Theory in Education

Critical Race Theory (CRT) is a significant movement in racial politics that has influenced education and politics internationally. This anthology provides a comprehensive collection of foundational writings and recent scholarship on the cultural and racial politics of schooling, offering critical perspectives on race, racism, and inequity in education. The updated edition includes contributions by key CRT scholars and addresses the war on CRT following the murder of George Floyd and international protests. It is a valuable resource for students and educators alike, documenting the progress of the CRT movement and stimulating further developments in education policy, critical pedagogy, and social justice.

Format: Hardback
Length: 394 pages
Publication date: 30 January 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Critical Race Theory (CRT) has emerged as a central topic in contemporary discussions on racism and racial inequality in education and politics worldwide. The advent of CRT marked a significant turning point in the history of racial politics within academic circles and had a profound impact on the broader discourse on race and racism in the United States and beyond. This groundbreaking anthology, compiled by renowned scholars in the field, is the first to bring together both foundational writings and recent scholarship on the cultural and racial politics of schooling. The collection offers a diverse range of critical perspectives on race, examining its causes, consequences, and manifestations in educational settings.

Unique to this updated edition is a collection of contributions by key CRT scholars published within the past five years, including an all-new section addressing the war on CRT that followed the tragic murder of George Floyd and international protests in support of #BlackLivesMatter. Each section concludes with a set of thought-provoking questions and discussion points to encourage further engagement with the issues covered in the readings. This revised edition of a landmark publication serves as a testament to the progress of the CRT movement and aims to foster further advancements in education policy, critical pedagogy, and social justice. It is an invaluable resource for students and educators alike, as it provides a comprehensive understanding of the complexities of race and its impact on education.

Weight: 910g
Dimension: 254 x 178 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367617493
Edition number: 3 ed