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Feb 14, 2015 Karime rated it it was amazing I would recommend this book to a person that does not know anything about people from other cultures,
skin tone, religion or different lifestyles but yet is open to learn; whereas, if you're of the belief that just because the U.S. has a black president it means that racism is over, then you will struggle with this book constantly, and most likely you ignore how ANYBODY can be discriminated against based on body weight, age, religion, social class, your accent, etc. If you struggle, I would sugg I would recommend this book to a person that does not
know anything about people from other cultures, skin tone, religion or different lifestyles but yet is open to learn; whereas, if you're of the belief that just because the U.S. has a black president it means that racism is over, then you will struggle with this book constantly, and most likely you ignore how ANYBODY can be discriminated against based on body weight, age, religion, social class, your accent, etc. If you struggle, I would suggest that you quit, read the Spark Notes, pass your
class, and maybe read it again 10 years later. This book enables you to search deeper on why, for example, sometimes you just don't like SOME people, or SOME people just seem more rude than others, all those little interactions with people in your life that did not really have an explanation for, you did not quite know what that was called, or just something, somehow seems unjust on how your child was treated at school, I would say this is your book.
Apr 16, 2008 Hugh rated it it was amazing This is one of the more valuable books on my shelf. A wonderful collection of timely and relevant readings that everyone should spend some time pondering.
Overall, a nice
compilation of carefully chosen essays on Racism, Classism, Sexism, Heterosexism, Transgender Oppression, Ableism, and Ageism. I still do not understand the nuances of the Context, Voices, and Next Steps sections; they all seem to be the same type of writing, and doing the same things? Is that just me? Whatever, I found the book to be informative and engaging, for the most part. The last section of this book, on turning our newfound knowledge of privilege and oppression into soci I still do not understand the nuances of the Context, Voices, and Next Steps sections; they all seem to be the same type of writing, and doing the same things? Is that just me? Whatever, I found the book to be informative and engaging, for the most part. The last section of this book, on turning our
newfound knowledge of privilege and oppression into social justice action, was rather underwhelming. I was hoping for more direct and concrete paths to social justice and community building, and not just a string of stale platitudes on how knowledge and conversation will save us all. Um, okay? I'm preparing for a career in Education, this is what I envisioned myself doing anyway. Taking these essays a few steps further and perhaps making them more specialized to classroom/workplace settings
would have helped bucket loads, IMO. Buy this title from Powell's Books.
Jan 24, 2013 Anna rated it it was ok This was for a class and I don't think that anyone would be reading it straight through, but it tends to paint a picture of oppression where there is none if you do. While I know that oppression, racism, sexism and other isms exist, I find that its hard to read about it when I myself choose to move on and work with it or through it. Maybe that's me. Anyway this was for a class not by choice. This was for a class and I don't think that anyone would be reading it straight through, but it tends to paint a picture of oppression where there is none if you do. While I know that oppression, racism, sexism and other isms exist, I find that its hard to read about it when I myself choose to move on and work with it or through it. Maybe that's me. Anyway this was for a class not by choice. ...more
Aug 04, 2013 Madeline rated it did not like it I had to read this for my freshman seminar class, and it was the most useless book I have ever read. It was worse than Animal Farm and 1964, both by George Orwell. I couldn't pay attention or focus for the entire book. Definitely the worst book I have ever read. I had to read this for my freshman seminar class, and it was the most useless book I have ever read. It was worse than Animal Farm and 1964, both by George Orwell. I couldn't pay attention or focus for the entire book. Definitely the worst book I have ever read. ...more
Helpful reading, complements the "Teaching" book very well. Helpful reading, complements the "Teaching" book very well. ...more
Nov 22, 2019 Andrew Benesh rated it it was amazing I really enjoyed teaching from this text. The division of context, voice, and action sections works well for orienting systems trained therapists to think about social justice issues. Some sections need more content explaining ideas (for example, the first reading on intersectionality goes from zero to "hegemony in the liberal state" in about 3 sentences), but the content is consistently good. Some students expressed frustration about the political content, but that's frankly necessary in a cour I really enjoyed teaching from this text. The division of context, voice, and action sections works well for orienting systems trained therapists to think about social justice issues. Some sections need more content explaining ideas (for example, the first reading on intersectionality goes from zero to "hegemony in the liberal state" in about 3 sentences), but the content is consistently good. Some students expressed frustration about the political content, but that's frankly necessary in a course about social justice. ...more
Oct 24, 2008 Shirley rated it it was amazing Great collection. The thing that always sticks out in my mind
from this collection is the clear visual of breaking out of the norm mentally... the moment of awareness of the reality of oppression and the need for social justice. Really comprehensive, covering stories from the key social identity groups.
Apr 08, 2010 Dayspring rated it it was amazing A must-have resource for social justice educators or anyone wishing to further their own understanding of oppression and privilege. The book is a collection of articles and book excerpts on a variety of topics related to diversity and social justice. Not exactly something you read cover-to-cover, but an excellent resource!
Despite the topics being near to my heart, this was yet another textbook that was just too difficult to read and get through. Just because the information is interesting doesn't mean I want to
pour over tiny text with nothing to break it up. Presentation is important, people. Again, the professor didn't require us to actually read so I gave up on this one. Again,
the professor didn't require us to actually read so I gave up on this one.
Jun 02, 2015 Ashley rated it it was amazing I really liked how each section was easy to read but also easy to relate to. The chapters were helpful in opening my eyes to things I would never be able to experience myself, and at the same time showing me what privilege really is. A really good read for my M.A. class!
Dec 12, 2015 Rachel rated it liked it Important, pertinent reading. Sometimes the sections feel repetitive, outdated, and/or missing some perspective, but the book definitely has important messages, as well as a lot of well-known and lesser-known activist voices, including bell hooks, Cornel West, & others.
have to read this for my diversity class. heterosexism?
Jan 17, 2009 Sheila rated it really liked it The only text I remember from grad school. Great collection of essays.
My social justice bible of short essays and amazerrrrrrrrrrrrrrrs. YES!
Great essays and articles on a variety of topics including ableism, racism, sexism, anti-semitism, heterosexism, and classism. I find myself referring to it and recommending it often.
Had to read this for school and hated it. It shouldn't take a book this large to teach the Golden Rule. Quit being judgmental assholes, people! It's not hard! Had to read this for school and hated it. It shouldn't take a book this large to teach the Golden Rule. Quit being judgmental assholes, people! It's not hard! ...more
First 15 articles I've read have all been excellent. I really like the topic matrix and overall format. Has become a great reference for equity and social justice topics. First 15 articles I've read have all been excellent. I really like the topic matrix and overall format. Has become a great reference for equity and social justice topics. ...more
Jan 02, 2015 Jen rated it it was amazing A thorough compilation on social justice issues. Newer editions have been updated to include transgender oppression and adultism. A must read and must own item for social justice educators.
Apr 02, 2019 Keri Grant rated it it was amazing There is no escaping the spotlight that lands in your lap as you read these stories. This book gives great insight and background to the struggles faced by many as our society continues to struggle with issues of racism, sexism, classism, ableism, etc. The more you know, the more you grow. If you pick this up, you assume responsibility to take action. "Silence always favors the oppressor." There is no escaping the spotlight that lands in your lap as you read these stories. This book gives great insight and background to the struggles faced by many as our society continues to struggle with issues of racism, sexism, classism, ableism, etc. The more you know, the more you grow. If you pick this up, you assume responsibility to take action. "Silence always favors the oppressor." ...more
Sep 29, 2021 Jennifer rated it it was ok The reason why I am giving this book 2 stars is that, although the compilation of stories warrants a higher rating, the author's biased and opinionated filler/context/theory ensures that the reader will be either overly entranced from a rote sense, or turned off by the biased and bizarre sociological terminology. The reason why I am giving this book 2 stars is that, although the compilation of stories warrants a higher rating, the author's biased and opinionated filler/context/theory ensures that the reader will be either overly entranced from a rote sense, or turned off by the biased and bizarre sociological terminology. ...more
Sep 04, 2019 Theresa rated it really liked it I used her other book Teaching for Diversity and Social Justice in one of my Women's Studies classes at California State University, Sacramento. It's a wonderful book, very effective. This book is a great companion piece. It give the reader an excellent overview of the isms. I used her other book Teaching for Diversity and Social Justice in one of my Women's Studies classes at California State University, Sacramento. It's a wonderful book, very effective. This book is a great companion piece. It give the reader an excellent overview of the isms. ...more
An amazing collection of articles and essays that call into question our collective social responsibilities towards one another as human beings.
Feb 26, 2018 Hannah rated it it was amazing I am sure this is required reading in many college courses but it should be required reading for everyone!
Great textbook. Easy to read and understand. Great for insight into social justice issues.
Lots of good information in this book. It’s broken down in a way that makes it easy to read a bit at a time and at your own pace (unless you’re in grad school and have a deadline says my intern). Professor Emerita at UMass Amherst, Maurianne Adams (Ph.D.) is co-editor/chapter author of Teaching for diversity and social justice (2nd edition, 2007) and the companion volume of readings Readings for diversity and social justice (3rd edition, 2013). She co-edited Strangers and neighbors: Relations between Blacks and Jews in the United States (1999) and edited Promoting Diversity in the College Professor Emerita at UMass Amherst, Maurianne Adams (Ph.D.) is co-editor/chapter author of Teaching for diversity and social justice (2nd edition, 2007) and the companion volume of readings Readings for diversity and social justice (3rd edition, 2013). She co-edited Strangers and neighbors: Relations between Blacks and Jews in the United States (1999) and edited Promoting Diversity in the College Classroom (1992). She has authored encyclopedia and handbook segments on social justice and social justice education, and book chapters and articles on social justice pedagogy, inclusive teaching, religious oppression, antisemitism, and classism. She regularly presents on topics related to social justice and diversity faculty leadership and student development, and consults on social justice programming. Her current research focuses on social justice instructional outcomes, and on the histories of religious oppressions. Adams is editor for the education journal Equity & Excellence in Education. ...more News & InterviewsIn literature, the term “Gothic” is a notoriously slippery designation. Ask a dozen English professors what it means, and you’ll get a dozen... Welcome back. Just a moment while we sign you in to your Goodreads account. |
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