Assistant Professor of Social Work James Madison University Charlottesville, VA, United States
This paper presentation unveils insights from a study on US social work educators’ experiences teaching race and racism. Key findings encompassed diverse educator perspectives, including doubts in teaching race-centered topics, and the influence of racial identity. This presentation contributes to the broader discourse on antiracist practices in social work pedagogy.
Learning Objectives:
understand the key thematic findings from the study, focusing on how social work educators conceptualize race and racism pedagogy, navigate confidence and doubt in teaching experiences, and the impact of personal racial identity on their experiences.
evaluate the diverse ways social work educators conceptualize race and racism pedagogy, considering the ten emergent themes. By understanding these approaches, attendees can critically assess their effectiveness in promoting anti-racist, anti-oppressive, and culturally competent pedagogical practices.
explore how the study's findings can be applied to their professional development as social work educators. This includes reflection on their knowledge and skill gaps; confidence in teaching race and racism subjects; and potential strategies to navigate resistance and anxiety in a practical and constructive manner.
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