Learning from Latino Teachers
Publisher: Jossey-Bass
Published: October 5, 2007
Language: eng
Format: Hardcover
Number of pages: 288
ISBN-13: 9780787987770
Subjects: Teaching skills & techniques; Discrimination (Educational Aspects); Hispanic Americans In The U.S.; Education; Education / Teaching; USA; Multicultural Education; Education / Multicultural Education; Ethnic Studies - Hispanic American Studies; Philosophy & Social Aspects; Discrimination in education; Educational equalization; Hispanic Americans; United States
Description: "Learning from Latino Teachers offers stories and visions in the movement for equitable schools. This book is based on Gilda Ochoa's interviews with Latina/o teachers who have a range of teaching experience in schools with significant Latina/o immigrant populations. The book offers an insider's perspective on the educational challenges facing Latinas/os." "The book focuses on the stories of eight teachers to highlight the larger issues facing schools and the practices that will better serve the students who are struggling with them." "In addition to the interviews with teachers, the book includes the voices of students, family members, and other school officials."--Jacket.