EPSF 8640 - Critical Race Theory and Urban Education

3 Credit Hours
Description
Critical race theory is a tradition that explores issues of race and racial power. It is a tradition that takes seriously the need to historically ground understandings of racial identity and the dynamics of present-day racial projects. Not without significance, critical race theory also emphasizes social transformation of racially oppressive ideologies and institutions, including schools. Drawing upon key writings in the field of law and critical race scholarship in urban education, this course explores a range of key themes, questions, and practices relevant to challenging racial inequities.