Knowledge and the Future of the Curriculum: International Studies in Social Realism

by Brian Barrett (Editor), E. Rata (Editor)

This collection explores why powerful knowledge matters for social justice and discusses its implications for curriculum and pedagogy. The contributors argue that the purpose of education is to provide all students with access to powerful knowledge so that they acquire the means to move beyond their experiences and enhance their lives.

259 pages, Paperback

First published September 24, 2014

About the author

Brian Barrett is associate professor in the Foundations and Social Advocacy Department and graduate research coordinator with SUNY Cortland's Urban Recruitment of Educators program.