Summary of Race, Class, and Education

Race, Class, and Education: The Selected Works of James A. Banks is an exploration of the history and context of race, class, and education in America. It works to document and analyze the evolving sociopolitical landscape in relation to race, class and education in the U.S. including its effects on the achievement gap, health disparities, and educational equity. Additionally, the book provides a comprehensive review of the literature on race, class, and education and offers an agenda for educational reform. It provides an understanding of the complex dynamics between race, class, and education and seeks to provide an understanding for achieving socioeconomic mobility and educational equity. The work is framed around the topics of culture, identity, race, racism, civil rights, and multicultural education, and the authors emphasize the need for systemic transformation to guarantee the right of all students to an equitable, quality education.