Analyzing Education Policy and Reform with Attention to Race and Socio-Economic Status
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Analyzing Education Policy and Reform with Attention to Race and Socio-Economic Status
Abstract/Description
Focusing specifically on the education of African American students, the authors attempt to address two salient and central questions concerning policy and reform discussions in education: (1) Does equity and equality mean sameness? and (2) Is student learning synonymous with student achievement? Embedded throughout this discussion are issues of race and socio-economic status; That is, what role may race and socio-economic status play in policies and practices that contribute to the educational experiences and opportunities of African American students? The authors also consider the following recommendations for improving policy and educational reform efforts: (1) recruit and retain talented teachers from various racial and ethnic backgrounds; (2) implement sustained and meaningful professional development programs that address policy, reform, and equity; (3) make systemic changes in addition to increasing funding; and (4) develop stronger teacher education programs.
Author/creator
Date
In publication
Volume
14
Issue
2
Pages
33-50
Resource type
Research/Scholarly Media
Resource status/form
Published Text
Open access/full-text available
Yes
Peer reviewed
Yes
Citation
Milner, H., & Williams, S. (2008). Analyzing Education Policy and Reform with Attention to Race and Socio-Economic Status. Journal of Public Management & Social Policy, 14(2). 33-50.
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