Representation at the End of the Rainbow: LGBTQ+ Representation in Middle School Social Studies

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Title
Representation at the End of the Rainbow: LGBTQ+ Representation in Middle School Social Studies
Creator
AnnaMae McClain
Degree Name
Master of Arts in Teaching (initial licensure)
Project Type
action_research
Date
6/11/2022
Abstract
As an action research project (ARP), this paper seeks to analyze the educational practices of planning, instruction, and assessment as they align with Interstate Teacher Assessment and Support Consortium (InTASC) standards. Specifically, this ARP seeks to understand current strategies, practices, and materials used in LGBTQ+ inclusive social studies classrooms and how improvement can be made at the middle school level. Themes such as gaps in research and lack of teacher support were identified through personal experience, a review of literature, and data collection. Findings suggest the most effective practice is that of a critical pedagogy that encourages students to question and seek answers regarding the marginalization of groups and narratives throughout history.
Committee Member
Joshua Schulze, Telia McDonald, Hillary Fouts
Rights
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Language
eng
Date Available
6/8/2022
Type
Text
Identifier
theses/195