about Gender Identity Justice in Schools and Communities

sj Miller author William Ayers editor

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Teachers' College Press

Published:29th Mar '19

Currently unavailable, and unfortunately no date known when it will be back

about Gender Identity Justice in Schools and Communities cover

What is gender identity justice, why does it matter, and what are the implications for not doing this work in today’s schools? This premiere book in the new Teachers College Press series School : Questions carefully walks readers through both theory and practice to equip them with the skills needed to bring gender identity justice into classrooms, schools, and ultimately society. The text looks into the root causes and ways to change the conditions that have created gender identity injustice. It opens up spaces where evolving, indeterminate gender identities will be understood and recognized as asset-based, rich sources for learning literacy and literacy learning. As educators take up the strategies mapped out across this text, they will learn how to foster school environments that aid all students in becoming agents for social change. This text is the first of its kind to address gender identity in teacher education with pathways to take up the work in communities and beyond.

Book Features:

  • Provides concrete strategies for supporting students with complex gender identities.
  • Cuts across all disciplines and academic levels.
  • Offers an innovative theory of trans*+ for education.
  • Includes a glossary, definitions, and useful charts and illustrations.
  • Unpacks the dangers of cisgender assumptions in schools.
  • Introduces new vocabulary about gender identity.
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“…an illuminating guide for educators and administrators on creating a safe and welcoming space for gender-nonconforming students in schools. Miller’s guidance is comprehensive, nonjudgmental, and accessible to all readers. The balanced mix of pedagogical theory and practical advice should prove instrumental to educators seeking to make their classrooms more inclusive.” —Publishers Weekly


“A robust compilation of practical and theoretical tools for institutional agents to learn about and engage in the quest for gender identity justice. Replete with statistical data, critical policy analysis, and counter-story, Miller authors a compelling portrait of why gender identity justice work is critical in schools.”

—Teachers College Record

ISBN: 9780807761250

Dimensions: 210mm x 137mm x 6mm

Weight: 159g

112 pages