The Antiracist Educator

In a society that privileges whiteness, racist ideas have become normalised in educational institutions and curriculum. This book is a call to action for teachers to learn about how racism is embedded in the UK education system and fight against it. It covers important topics such as unconscious bias, stereotyping, assessment and discrimination, and racialised trauma in childhood. Becoming antiracist is a lifelong education for teachers and children.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 168 pages
Publication date: 25 January 2022
Publisher: SAGE Publications Ltd

In a society that perpetuates white supremacy, racist ideologies have permeated our educational institutions and curriculum, resulting in the normalization of these harmful beliefs. It is important to recognize that we are not inherently racist or antiracist; rather, our attitudes and behaviors are shaped by the choices we make. By choosing to engage with this book, you are making a conscious decision to educate yourself about the pervasive nature of racism in the UK education system and to commit to fighting against it. This book serves as a catalyst for your antiracist journey as a teacher, as you hold a significant position of power.

The school system, as the primary platform for children's learning and understanding of the world, holds the potential to influence change and foster a more inclusive and diverse society. With nearly two decades of teaching experience and as a TEDx speaker, campaigner, and blogger, Pran Patel has authored this book as a call to action for educators like you.

This comprehensive book addresses a range of crucial topics, including unconscious bias, stereotyping, assessment and discrimination, and racialized trauma in childhood. It empowers you to recognize and challenge the racist structures that shape our upbringing, acknowledge your role in perpetuating racism, and explore practical actions you can take as an ally in your daily life.

It is important to note that becoming an antiracist is a lifelong educational process, not a quick-fix solution. By engaging with this book and continuing to educate yourself and your students, you can contribute to the dismantling of racist systems and create a more equitable and just world for all. Let us embark on this journey together today.

Weight: 302g
Dimension: 178 x 241 x 16 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781529767353