https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/critical-race-theory Critical Race Theory en-US 2021 (c) Education Week Fri, 18 Jul 2025 21:43:51 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/appeals-court-backs-arkansas-law-targeting-critical-race-theory/2025/07 A federal appeals court allowed Arkansas to enforce its law barring teachers from "indoctrination" of students in Critical Race Theory. Fri, 18 Jul 2025 21:43:51 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/appeals-court-backs-arkansas-law-targeting-critical-race-theory/2025/07 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/whats-in-trumps-new-executive-orders-on-indoctrination-and-school-choice/2025/01 The White House has no authority over curriculum, and no ability to unilaterally pull back federal dollars, but Trump is toeing the line. Thu, 30 Jan 2025 21:45:27 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/whats-in-trumps-new-executive-orders-on-indoctrination-and-school-choice/2025/01 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/trump-threatens-school-funding-cuts-in-effort-to-end-radical-indoctrination/2025/01 An executive order from the president marks an effort from the White House to influence what schools teach. Thu, 30 Jan 2025 00:19:25 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/trump-threatens-school-funding-cuts-in-effort-to-end-radical-indoctrination/2025/01 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/this-is-how-woke-schools-really-are-according-to-students/2025/01 Students don't report evidence of systemic political bias, but do say teachers discuss controversial issues. Wed, 22 Jan 2025 05:01:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/this-is-how-woke-schools-really-are-according-to-students/2025/01 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/7-curriculum-trends-that-defined-2024/2024/12 From religious-themed mandates to reading to career prep, take a look at what EdWeek covered in curriculum in 2024. Fri, 13 Dec 2024 21:08:11 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/7-curriculum-trends-that-defined-2024/2024/12 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/opinion-no-culturally-responsive-education-is-not-a-synonym-for-crt/2024/11 If you're confused about what culturally responsive teaching means, here is guidance from educators on how to avoid common misconceptions. Tue, 26 Nov 2024 07:45:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/opinion-no-culturally-responsive-education-is-not-a-synonym-for-crt/2024/11 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/education-debates-youll-likely-hear-about-in-the-election-explained/2024/08 Brush up on key education policy issues that could show up in national, state, and local races. Mon, 26 Aug 2024 20:26:56 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/education-debates-youll-likely-hear-about-in-the-election-explained/2024/08 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/anti-critical-race-theory-laws-are-slowing-down-here-are-3-things-to-know/2024/03 After a wave of bills limiting class discussions on race and gender, an Education Week analysis shows the policies have slowed. Tue, 26 Mar 2024 20:30:28 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/anti-critical-race-theory-laws-are-slowing-down-here-are-3-things-to-know/2024/03 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/a-side-effect-of-anti-crt-campaigns-reduced-trust-in-local-schools/2024/01 The calls to ban CRT had little evidence behind them, but they were powerful enough to change people's perceptions of their local schools. Wed, 10 Jan 2024 21:33:42 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/a-side-effect-of-anti-crt-campaigns-reduced-trust-in-local-schools/2024/01 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/school-districts-anti-crt-resolution-prompts-lawsuit-from-teachers-and-students/2023/08 Teachers, parents, and students in a California district claim the resolution restricts their rights. Wed, 30 Aug 2023 21:59:25 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/school-districts-anti-crt-resolution-prompts-lawsuit-from-teachers-and-students/2023/08 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/college-board-releases-ap-african-american-studies-framework-runs-into-anti-crt-laws/2023/02 The new AP course recently made headlines after Florida officials banned the pilot course in the state for allegedly defying state law. Wed, 01 Feb 2023 14:01:34 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/college-board-releases-ap-african-american-studies-framework-runs-into-anti-crt-laws/2023/02 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/the-republican-fight-against-critical-race-theory-continues-as-arkansas-enacts-new-ban/2023/01 Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders signed an executive order this week banning “indoctrination and critical race theory” in schools. Thu, 12 Jan 2023 22:08:57 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/the-republican-fight-against-critical-race-theory-continues-as-arkansas-enacts-new-ban/2023/01 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/video-updating-social-studies-expectations-in-the-critical-race-theory-era/2023/01 Always a focal point for controversy, updating what students should know in history class became especially charged in late 2021 and 2022. Tue, 03 Jan 2023 22:27:15 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/video-updating-social-studies-expectations-in-the-critical-race-theory-era/2023/01 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/what-education-issues-did-voters-care-about-most-hint-it-was-not-critical-race-theory/2022/12 An NEA poll shows voters' education priorities in the midterm elections. Tue, 20 Dec 2022 22:58:23 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/what-education-issues-did-voters-care-about-most-hint-it-was-not-critical-race-theory/2022/12 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/the-evolution-of-the-anti-crt-movement-a-timeline/2022/12 What started as a federal executive order gave way to restrictions on racism lessons, book bans, and anti-LGBTQ policies over two years. Tue, 13 Dec 2022 21:56:29 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/the-evolution-of-the-anti-crt-movement-a-timeline/2022/12 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/how-to-respond-to-parents-crt-complaints/2022/11 Four experts have advice for district leaders on how to craft their messages on diversity, equity, and inclusion lessons and initiatives. Fri, 04 Nov 2022 20:28:41 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/how-to-respond-to-parents-crt-complaints/2022/11 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/opinion-educators-will-teach-truth-about-oppression-despite-crt-attacks/2022/09 Although some educators fear for their jobs, they say not teaching what students need to know would be a disservice. Mon, 26 Sep 2022 12:00:19 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/opinion-educators-will-teach-truth-about-oppression-despite-crt-attacks/2022/09 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/opinion-how-attacks-on-critical-race-theory-are-affecting-teachers/2022/09 The experience has left some teachers fearing for their safety and livelihood and retreating from their practices. Sun, 18 Sep 2022 19:01:37 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/opinion-how-attacks-on-critical-race-theory-are-affecting-teachers/2022/09 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/two-okla-districts-get-downgraded-accreditations-for-violating-states-anti-crt-law/2022/08 The Tulsa and Mustang public school systems are the first to feel the sting of a state law that restricts discussion of race and racism in schools. Tue, 02 Aug 2022 22:43:31 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/two-okla-districts-get-downgraded-accreditations-for-violating-states-anti-crt-law/2022/08 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/florida-is-placing-limits-on-social-studies-textbooks-heres-what-has-to-go/2022/07 Earlier this year, Florida drew national attention for rejecting math textbooks. Could the same happen with social studies? Thu, 14 Jul 2022 20:48:06 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/florida-is-placing-limits-on-social-studies-textbooks-heres-what-has-to-go/2022/07 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/how-laws-on-race-sexuality-could-clash-with-culturally-responsive-teaching/2022/04 Critical race theory and culturally responsive teaching are not the same thing. But bans of one could impact the other. Thu, 21 Apr 2022 21:28:00 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/policy-politics/how-laws-on-race-sexuality-could-clash-with-culturally-responsive-teaching/2022/04 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/what-should-culturally-relevant-teaching-look-like-today-gloria-ladson-billings-explains/2022/04 "The attack on anything that allows more participation and moves us toward equity is going full force," the scholar said. Wed, 20 Apr 2022 19:11:32 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/what-should-culturally-relevant-teaching-look-like-today-gloria-ladson-billings-explains/2022/04 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/culturally-responsive-teaching-culturally-responsive-pedagogy/2022/04 Here's what it means to be a culturally responsive teacher and where critical race theory ties in—or not. Mon, 18 Apr 2022 19:53:40 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/culturally-responsive-teaching-culturally-responsive-pedagogy/2022/04 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/opinion-the-anti-racist-counternarrative-public-education-needs-now/2022/04 In the face of a national movement to discredit public education, educators must respond with our own movement prioritizing anti-racism. Wed, 06 Apr 2022 19:30:30 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/opinion-the-anti-racist-counternarrative-public-education-needs-now/2022/04 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/college-board-warns-against-censoring-its-ap-courses-for-college-bound-students/2022/03 The organization that runs AP courses reminds teachers of its principles, as more states pass anti-critical race theory laws. Mon, 14 Mar 2022 20:46:40 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/college-board-warns-against-censoring-its-ap-courses-for-college-bound-students/2022/03 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/opinion-do-parents-want-schools-to-be-able-to-teach-about-racism/2022/03 A poll helped us understand parents' views on whether schools should be allowed to teach about racism, write two education policy experts. Wed, 02 Mar 2022 19:56:34 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/opinion-do-parents-want-schools-to-be-able-to-teach-about-racism/2022/03 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/efforts-to-ban-critical-race-theory-now-restrict-teaching-for-a-third-of-americas-kids/2022/01 Teachers are refusing to talk about anything race-related and administrators of color are being harassed, according to a new study. Thu, 27 Jan 2022 22:40:59 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/efforts-to-ban-critical-race-theory-now-restrict-teaching-for-a-third-of-americas-kids/2022/01 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/how-do-educators-feel-about-critical-race-theory-being-taught-in-the-classroom-we-asked/2022/01 An EdWeek poll shows educators are split over whether children should be taught that racism is systemic and embedded in American policies. Thu, 20 Jan 2022 21:06:58 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/how-do-educators-feel-about-critical-race-theory-being-taught-in-the-classroom-we-asked/2022/01 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/revising-americas-racist-past/2022/01 How the 'critical race theory' debate is crashing headlong into efforts to update social studies standards. Tue, 18 Jan 2022 19:39:50 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/teaching-learning/revising-americas-racist-past/2022/01 https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/critical-race-theory-fights-have-made-life-miserable-for-school-board-candidates/2021/12 Discussing the divisive issue in a way that works with voters is no easy task. Just ask those who've tried it, with mixed results. Tue, 14 Dec 2021 20:10:06 GMT https://www-edweek-org.ezproxy.baylor.edu/leadership/critical-race-theory-fights-have-made-life-miserable-for-school-board-candidates/2021/12