Teacher Educators as Scholar Citizens : Activism and Resistance in Uncertain Times / edited by Elizabeth Kenyon, Matthew S. Hollstein, Nancy Patterson & Sarah Kaka.

Format:

Book

Contributor:

editor

editor, Kaka, Sarah.

editor, Patterson, Nancy.

Kenyon, Elizabeth, editor, Hollstein, Matthew S.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Education--Political aspects.

Education.

Educators--Political activity.

Educators.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (312 pages)

Edition:

1st ed.

Distribution:

New York : Bloomsbury Publishing (US), 2025.

Place of Publication:

New York : Bloomsbury Academic, 2025.

System Details:

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Summary:

Teacher Educators as Scholar Citizens: Activism and Resistance in Uncertain Times is a powerful exploration of the transformative potential of scholar activism in education. This book delves into how educators integrate activism into their teaching, research, and advocacy to challenge societal inequities and foster justice and equity. By blending personal experiences with actionable strategies, the volume equips educators to navigate challenges and embrace their roles as agents of change. The first half of the book, Personal Narratives and Methodologies in Scholar Activism, highlights the deeply personal journeys of scholar activists. This section provides an intimate look at the lived experiences and methodological approaches of scholar activists. Through autoethnographic accounts, reflective narratives, and methodological explorations, contributors share the personal and professional paths they have traversed. These stories highlight the challenges, triumphs, and transformational moments that define scholar activism, offering readers insight into the intricate interplay between identity, scholarship, and activism. The narratives within this section serve as both inspiration and a guide for those aspiring to integrate activism into their scholarly pursuits. The second half, Activism in Action: Strategies and Practices in Teacher Education, focuses on the practical application of scholar activism within teacher education. This section transitions from personal reflections to actionable strategies, showcasing how scholar activism manifests in classrooms, curricula, and broader educational practices. Contributions include case studies, curricular innovations, and pedagogical strategies designed to foster activist mindsets among teacher candidates. Together, these sections provide a comprehensive exploration of scholar activism, combining personal narratives with practical strategies to offer educators valuable insights into the multifaceted nature of activism in education. Teacher Educators as Scholar Citizens serves as both an inspiration and a resource for educators, researchers, and policymakers who are committed to addressing social inequities and fostering transformative change through the power of education. This book invites readers to consider their own roles as scholar citizens and provides actionable guidance for creating a more just and equitable educational landscape.

Contents:

Acknowledgements Introduction Chapter 1: A Short History and Exploration of Scholar Activism by volume editors Elizabeth Kenyon and Nancy C. Patterson Section 1: Personal Narratives and Methodologies in Scholar Activism Chapter 2: Queer-Trans-Madness in Early Childhood Teacher Education by Adam Davies Chapter 3: From Reluctant to Radical: Embracing Allyship & the Power of Praxis by Sean Corrigan Chapter 4: Framing Whiteness: Asian American Duo-Autoethnographic Account of Resistance Scholarship by Laura M. Hsu and Divya Anand Chapter 5: Representation and Resistance in the Academy: A Critical Feminist Autoethnography by Elizabeth Xeng de los Santos. Chapter 6: After the Activism, Then the Committee: Sustaining Educator Preparation Change at the State Level by Beth Kania-Gosche Chapter 7: Badass in the Academy: Developing My Roots as a Scholar-Activist by Brianne Kramer Chapter 8: Finding Fugitive Spaces for Resistance in the Neo-liberal University by Evan Mooney and Elizabeth Kenyon Chapter 9: Rooms of Reflection & Resistance: An Educator-Scholar-Artivist's Journey by Nupur Manoj Sachdeva Section 2: Activism in Action: Strategies and Practices in Teacher Education Chapter 10: Building Capacity in Yourself and Within Your State: An Associate Dean's Journey by Alicia Crowe Chapter 11: Addressing the "Big Chill" of Prohibited Concepts Legislation in Teacher Education: A View from Tennessee by Amanda Frasier Chapter 12: Pedagogical Approaches to Foster Preservice Teachers' Advocacy Mindset and Skills by Annia Insana Chapter 13: Liberation Over Tenure: Black Scholar Activism and Navigating Institutional Barriers in the Halls of Academia by Shelton K. Johnson and Weldon McWilliams, IV Chapter 14: Practice What We Preach: The Teacher as Advocate and Leader by Stephen S. Masyada and Christopher Spinale Chapter 15: An Activist-oriented Approach to Building Anti-racist Teacher Preparation Curriculum by Starr E. Keyes, Nancy C. Patterson, Alicia Mrachko, Timothy Murnen, Sherri Horner, and Joanna Weaver Chapter 16: Sustaining Scholar Activism through Relationality: Reflections of Resistance within the Aboriginal Teacher Education Program by Megan Tipler, Gillian Robinson, Karen West, Danielle Gardiner Milln, Trudy Cardinal, and Evelyn Steinhauer Chapter 17: Empowering Educators for Justice: Building Community & Advancing Collective Activism During a Time of Curriculum Censorship by Julee Bauer, Mariana Carlon, Jess Jensen, Maria Parker, Briana Ronan, and Jesse Sanford Chapter 18: Rising Up: A Call to Scholar Activism by volume editors Sarah J. Kaka and Matthew S. Hollstein Author Biographies

ISBN:

979-88-8184-797-5

OCLC:

1557731901