Title
Learning In A Burning House: Educational Inequality, Ideology, And (Dis)Integration
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The Negative Consequences Of School Desegregation On Black Communities In The United States Are Now Well Documented In Education Research. Learning In A Burning House Is The First Book To Offer A Historical Look At The Desegregation Dilemma With Clear Recommendations For What Must Be Done To Ensure Black Student Success In Todays Schools. This Important Book Centers Race And Voice In The Desegregation Discourse, Examining And Reconceptualizing The Meaning Of Equal Education. Featuring The Unique Perspectives Of Black School Leaders, Horsford Provides A Critical Race Analysis Of How Racism Has Undermined The Integration Ideal And The Subsequent Schooling Of Black Children. Most Importantly, The Book Discusses How Meaningful Education Reform Must Be Grounded In A Moral Activist Vision Of Equal Education Through A Crossracial Commitment To Racial Literacy, Realism, Reconstruction, And Reconciliation In Our Schools And Society.With An Engaging Style That Invites Us On A Journey Of Discovery, Learning In A Burning House Presents New Insights Into Black Education And Proposes Leadership And Policy Solutions That Can Be Immediately Adopted To Improve Urban Education.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Learning in a Burning House'? A: 'Learning in a Burning House' examines the negative impacts of school desegregation on Black communities, offering historical insights and recommendations for improving Black student success in contemporary education.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The book is authored by Sonya Douglass Horsford, who provides a critical race analysis of educational inequality.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: 'Learning in a Burning House' was published on February 24, 2011.
- Q: What are the main themes discussed in this book? A: The book discusses themes of educational inequality, race, voice in desegregation discourse, and the need for a moral activist vision for equal education.
- Q: Is this book suitable for educators and policymakers? A: Yes, the book offers valuable insights and recommendations that can be useful for educators, school leaders, and policymakers aiming to improve urban education.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages does 'Learning in a Burning House' have? A: The book contains 144 pages.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as 'New' and is described as a used book in good condition.
- Q: Are there any specific recommendations for improving Black student success mentioned in the book? A: Yes, the book outlines leadership and policy solutions that can be immediately implemented to foster improvement in urban education.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: 'Learning in a Burning House' is categorized under African American Studies.