African American Male Students in Pre K12 Education Contexts ― Implications for Research, Policy, and Practice

In this eye-opening work for students, practitioners, and policymakers in education, US contributors in psychology, education, counseling, sociology, urban education, African American studies, and career and workforce education highlight educational research on classroom practices and school policies that weaken academic and life outcomes for black male students. They also give some alternatives and recommendations. The first chapter reviews the academic and psychosocial development of African American males in PreK-12 settings. Subsequent chapters describe factors that contribute to the success of high-achieving African American boys and deal with discriminatory discipline practices for black male students, community violence and antisocial behavior, and African American males’ participation in careers and technical education. One chapter offers specific guidelines for school counselors who want to create a college-going culture for black males in middle school. The book is distributed in North America by Turpin Distribution. Annotation c2014 Ringgold, Inc., Portland, OR (protoview.com)