Systemic Racism and Educational Measurement 1st Edition

Grab attention with a clear, compelling look at one of the most urgent topics in education today. Systemic Racism and Educational Measurement, 1st Edition by Michael Russell confronts how assessment, testing, and measurement practices shape opportunities and outcomes for students across communities.

This incisive work blends rigorous scholarship with practical insight, unpacking the historical roots and contemporary mechanisms through which measurement tools can reproduce racial inequities. Russell guides readers through core concepts—validity, bias, accountability systems, and policy implications—while illustrating how data and tests intersect with lived experiences in U.S. schools and comparable international settings.

Ideal for educators, policymakers, school leaders, assessment specialists, and researchers, this book translates complex theory into actionable perspectives. Readers will learn to recognize biased practices, interpret assessment data with equity in mind, and design fairer evaluation strategies that serve diverse student populations. Clear examples and thoughtful analysis make it useful for classroom implementation, district-level reform, and graduate study.

Whether you’re seeking to deepen your understanding of race and measurement, influence policy, or improve classroom assessment, Russell’s book is a vital resource for anyone committed to educational justice. Equip yourself with the knowledge to challenge inequitable systems and advocate for meaningful change. Add Systemic Racism and Educational Measurement, 1st Edition by Michael Russell to your collection today and join the conversation shaping fairer, more inclusive education.

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