Date of Award
Summer 8-23-2011
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Masters of Science in Childhood Special and General Education (MSEd)
First Advisor
Peggy McNamara
Abstract
This study investigates the theories and potential teaching practices for implementing an anti-bias curriculum in today's elementary schools. Drawing on the work of Louise Derman-Sparks (1989, 1997, and 2011), Frances Kendall (1996), Gary Howard (2006), Ann Pelo (2000 and 2008), six characteristics of effective anti-bias curricula are explored and analyzed as frameworks for developing curricula. In addition, the study chronicles the experience of one grade level team of four teachers working to transform the social studies curriculum they were given into one that is more intentionally anti-bias. Finally, it offers lessons learned and implications for future curriculum development.
Recommended Citation
Keenan, H. (2011). Let's Talk About Race: Developing Anti-Bias Curricula in Elementary Schools. New York : Bank Street College of Education. https://educate.bankstreet.edu/independent-studies/347
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Childhood special and general education dual certification (Program of study)