Critical Voices in Teacher Education: Teaching for Social Justice in Conservative Times
by
Peter X. -K. Song
No ratings yet
Philosophy
Format
Kindle
Pages
319
Language
Dutch, Flemish
Published
Jan 1, 2012
Publisher
Springer
Edition
2012
ISBN-10
9400739745
ISBN-13
9789400739741
Description
In a landscape marked by significant ideological divides, this work delves into the urgent need for dialogue around teacher education and its role in promoting social justice. The author examines the pressures faced by educators who must navigate entrenched conservative norms while striving to implement progressive ideals in their classrooms. Through a series of critical discussions, he invites readers to reflect on the implications of these tensions for aspiring teachers and the educational system as a whole.
Blending theory and practice, this book offers insight into the ways educators can be agents of change in a climate often resistant to reform. It challenges conventional perspectives and encourages a re-evaluation of educational purposes within an increasingly polarized society. Thought-provoking case studies and personal narratives illustrate the struggles and triumphs of educators who dare to advocate for equity and inclusion.
The text serves as a rallying cry for those in teacher education to confront these challenges head-on. With a focus on nurturing critical consciousness, it aims to empower future educators to engage thoughtfully with social justice issues, fostering a generation that is not just aware of injustices but also equipped to challenge and change them.
Blending theory and practice, this book offers insight into the ways educators can be agents of change in a climate often resistant to reform. It challenges conventional perspectives and encourages a re-evaluation of educational purposes within an increasingly polarized society. Thought-provoking case studies and personal narratives illustrate the struggles and triumphs of educators who dare to advocate for equity and inclusion.
The text serves as a rallying cry for those in teacher education to confront these challenges head-on. With a focus on nurturing critical consciousness, it aims to empower future educators to engage thoughtfully with social justice issues, fostering a generation that is not just aware of injustices but also equipped to challenge and change them.
Reviews
Reading Log
No reading logs found
Start tracking your reading progress to see logs here
Add Your First Reading LogNotes
Transaction Log
No transaction logs found
Start tracking your book transactions to see logs here
Add Your First Transaction Log
![[Ethical Principles and Economic Transformation - A Buddhist Approach (Issues in Business Ethics)] [Author: x] [May, 2011]](https://images.bookpine.com/bd815e9c-ead9-4e64-bfb5-aea659b2460b.jpg)
