by Nina Simon
First published 2022
Nina Simon tackles the challenge of bridging academic theory with classroom reality in subject-specific pedagogy. Her approach centers on a dual framework that first examines how racism manifests within particular academic subjects, then explores methods for anti-racist instruction. Each contribution follows this two-part structure: identifying racism's relevance to specific subject matter, followed by practical strategies for transforming how that content gets taught. Simon's work addresses the gap between understanding racist elements in curriculum and actually implementing anti-racist pedagogical approaches across different academic disciplines. The book offers educators concrete tools for recognizing and addressing racism within their specific subject areas while providing actionable guidance for classroom transformation.
Genres: education, non-fiction, activism, academic
Vibes: academic, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: academic, educational
537 pages · Paperback · Springer VS
Content warnings: racism