Race frames in education : structuring inequality and opportunity in a changing society /

This researched-based compilation of studies explores racial issues in education over the past decade. The book examines the cultural qualitative and quantitative data concerning racial bias in educational settings in the US. Collectively, the well-researched chapters provide readers with data and analysis concerning demographic issues prevalent in society and a variety of educational settings, including the experiences of undocumented youth and first-generation college students, barriers to educational opportunity, and racialization, among other topics. The book provides context and evidence for understanding that "inequity is intentional and the systems of inequity continue to benefit others" (p. 42), as Sarah Walters and Sara Diem write in chapter 2, "A Critical (Re)visioning of School Integration." Potentially, this book could yield further investigations into the discriminatory practices prevalent in education and may lead others to pursue systemic change to prevent the proliferation of negative practices. Overall, this is an excellent book that can be a resource for readers of all educational levels interested in racial issues in US education. Summing Up: Highly recommended. General readers through faculty; professionals. --Jonathan Walker, Culver Stockton College