Educational Equity And Social Justice
Expert-defined terms from the Certificate in Multicultural Education course at London School of Planning and Management. Free to read, free to share, paired with a professional course.
Ableism refers to the discrimination or prejudice against people w… #
Ableism can manifest in various ways, including physical barriers, lack of accommodations, and stereotyping. Addressing ableism is crucial in creating an inclusive and equitable learning environment. Related terms include disability rights, inclusion, and accessibility.
Academic freedom refers to the right of educators to teach and stu… #
This concept is essential in higher education as it allows for the free exchange of ideas and the pursuit of knowledge. However, academic freedom can be limited by institutional policies, government regulations, and societal pressures. Related terms include intellectual freedom, censorship, and academic autonomy.
Accommodations refer to the modifications or adjustments made to <… #
Accommodations can include extra time to complete assignments, use of assistive technology, and provision of note-takers. Providing accommodations is essential in creating an inclusive and equitable learning environment. Related terms include disability support services, inclusion, and accessibility.
Achievement gap refers to the difference in academic achievemen… #
The achievement gap is a significant concern in education as it can perpetuate inequities and limit opportunities for underrepresented groups. Related terms include educational equity, social justice, and academic achievement.
Affirmative action refers to the policies or practices that… #
Affirmative action can include targeted recruitment efforts, scholarships, and training programs. The goal of affirmative action is to address historical and systemic inequities and to create a more inclusive and equitable environment. Related terms include diversity, inclusion, and social justice.
Anti #
bias education refers to the approach to teaching that aims to challenge and overcome biases and stereotypes in the classroom. Anti-bias education encourages students to think critically about social justice issues and to develop empathy and understanding for diverse perspectives. This approach is essential in creating an inclusive and equitable learning environment. Related terms include social justice education, critical thinking, and cultural competence.
Assessment bias refers to the unfair or discriminatory aspe… #
Assessment bias can be caused by cultural or linguistic differences, stereotyping, or lack of representation. Addressing assessment bias is crucial in ensuring that assessments are fair and equitable for all students. Related terms include assessment validity, reliability, and educational equity.
Bilingual education refers to the approach to teaching that uses <… #
Bilingual education aims to promote language proficiency and cultural awareness in students. This approach is essential in creating an inclusive and equitable learning environment for linguistically diverse students. Related terms include language minority students, English language learners, and multilingual education.
Cultural competence refers to the ability to understand and… #
Cultural competence is essential in creating an inclusive and equitable learning environment. Related terms include multicultural education, diversity, and inclusion.
Cultural responsive teaching refers to the approach to teaching th… #
Cultural responsive teaching aims to create a learning environment that is inclusive and equitable for all students. This approach is essential in addressing the diversity of students in the classroom.
Disability rights refer to the rights of people with disabiliti… #
Disability rights are essential in creating an inclusive and equitable society.
Diversity refers to the presence of different groups or individ… #
Diversity can include racial, ethnic, linguistic, gender, and ability differences. Promoting diversity is essential in creating an inclusive and equitable environment. Related terms include inclusion, equity, and social justice.
Education policy refers to the laws , regulations , and gu… #
Education policy can have a significant impact on educational equity and social justice. Related terms include education reform, policy analysis, and advocacy.
Educational equity refers to the principle of fairness and… #
Educational equity aims to ensure that all students have equal access to quality education and opportunities to succeed. Related terms include social justice, diversity, and inclusion.
English language learners refer to students who are non #
native speakers of English and are learning English as a second language. English language learners may face challenges in accessing education due to language barriers. Related terms include language minority students, bilingual education, and multilingual education.
Equity audit refers to the process of examining and eval… #
An equity audit can help to identify and address disparities in education. Related terms include educational equity, social justice, and policy analysis.
Explicit teaching refers to the approach to teaching that involves… #
Explicit teaching aims to ensure that students understand and can apply knowledge and skills. Related terms include instructional strategies, teacher effectiveness, and student learning.
Gay #
straight alliance refers to a student-led organization that aims to promote acceptance and inclusion of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender students. Gay-straight alliances are essential in creating a safe and inclusive learning environment for all students. Related terms include safe spaces, inclusion, and social justice.
Inclusion refers to the practice of creating a learning environmen… #
Inclusion involves valuing and respecting diversity and promoting equity and social justice. Related terms include diversity, equity, and social justice.
Implicit bias refers to the unconscious or automatic pre… #
Implicit bias can affect teaching practices and student outcomes. Addressing implicit bias is essential in creating an inclusive and equitable learning environment. Related terms include explicit bias, stereotyping, and discrimination.
Individuals with Disabilities Education Act refers to the law that… #
This law is essential in promoting educational equity and social justice for students with disabilities.
Intersectionality refers to the concept that individuals have mult… #
Intersectionality is essential in understanding the complexities of social justice and educational equity. Related terms include identity, power dynamics, and social justice.
Language minority students refer to students who are non #
native speakers of the dominant language of the society. Language minority students may face challenges in accessing education due to language barriers. Related terms include English language learners, bilingual education, and multilingual education.
Microaggressions refer to the small or subtle comments or <… #
Microaggressions can create a hostile or unwelcoming learning environment. Addressing microaggressions is essential in promoting inclusion and social justice. Related terms include implicit bias, stereotyping, and discrimination.
Multicultural education refers to the approach to teaching that <i… #
Multicultural education aims to create a learning environment that is inclusive and equitable for all students.
Multilingual education refers to the approach to teaching that … #
Multilingual education aims to create a learning environment that is inclusive and equitable for linguistically diverse students. Related terms include language minority students, bilingual education, and English language learners.
Oppression refers to the systemic and institutional barriers</i… #
Oppression can be based on race, gender, class, sexuality, or ability. Understanding oppression is essential in promoting social justice and educational equity. Related terms include power dynamics, privilege, and discrimination.
Positionality refers to the concept that individuals have unique <… #
Positionality is essential in understanding the complexities of social justice and educational equity.
Power dynamics refer to the relationships and interactions … #
Power dynamics can affect access to resources, opportunities, and decision-making processes. Understanding power dynamics is essential in promoting social justice and educational equity. Related terms include oppression, privilege, and discrimination.
Privilege refers to the unearned advantages or benefits tha… #
Privilege can be based on race, gender, class, sexuality, or ability. Understanding privilege is essential in promoting social justice and educational equity. Related terms include oppression, power dynamics, and discrimination.
Racial justice refers to the principle of fairness and e… #
Racial justice aims to address and challenge systemic and institutional racism. Related terms include social justice, equity, and inclusion.
Restorative justice refers to the approach to conflict resoluti… #
Restorative justice is essential in creating a safe and inclusive learning environment. Related terms include conflict resolution, social justice, and emotional intelligence.
Safe spaces refer to the physical or virtual environments t… #
Safe spaces are essential in promoting social justice and educational equity. Related terms include inclusion, diversity, and equity.
Social justice refers to the principle of fairness and e… #
Social justice aims to address and challenge systemic and institutional injustices. Related terms include educational equity, inclusion, and diversity.
Stereotyping refers to the process of making assumptions or gen… #
Stereotyping can lead to discrimination and inequity. Addressing stereotyping is essential in promoting inclusion and social justice. Related terms include implicit bias, microaggressions, and discrimination.
Student voice refers to the opinions , perspectives , and … #
Student voice is essential in promoting social justice and educational equity as it allows students to participate in decision-making processes and to influence education policy. Related terms include student empowerment, student leadership, and social justice.
Teacher preparation refers to the process of preparing teac… #
Teacher preparation is essential in promoting social justice and educational equity. Related terms include teacher education, teacher training, and social justice.
Tracking refers to the practice of separating students into dif… #
Tracking can lead to inequity and discrimination as it can limit opportunities for underrepresented groups. Addressing tracking is essential in promoting educational equity and social justice. Related terms include ability grouping, streaming, and educational equity.
Transformative leadership refers to the approach to leadership tha… #
Transformative leadership is essential in creating a safe and inclusive learning environment. Related terms include leadership development, social justice, and educational equity.
Trauma #
informed teaching refers to the approach to teaching that takes into account the trauma and adversity that students may have experienced. Trauma-informed teaching aims to create a safe and supportive learning environment that promotes healing and resilience. Related terms include trauma, adversity, and social justice.
Undocumented students refer to students who are not citizens</i… #
Undocumented students may face challenges in accessing education due to their immigration status. Related terms include immigration policy, education access, and social justice.
Universal design for learning refers to the approach to teaching t… #
Universal design for learning involves providing multiple means of representation, expression, and engagement to meet the diverse needs of students. Related terms include inclusive education, equity, and social justice.
Visibly minority students refer to students who are visible minori… #
Visibly minority students may face challenges in accessing education due to discrimination and bias. Related terms include minority students, diversity, and inclusion.