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Education Reform Leader

Lisa Delpit is a renowned leader in educational reform, known for her research and practice in multicultural education. Born on May 23, 1952, she has dedicated herself to promoting educational equity, particularly in providing quality education for minority students.

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“Progressive white teachers seem to say to their black students 'Let me help you find your voice. I promise not to criticize one note as you search for your song'. But the black teachers say 'I've heard your song loud and clear. Now I want to teach you to harmonize with the rest of the world.”

Source: Other People's Children: Cultural Conflict in the Classroom

“If the curriculum we use to teach our children does not connect in positive ways to the culture young people bring to school, it is doomed to failure.”

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Book:Multiplication Is for White People

Source: Multiplication Is for White People

“In order to teach you, I must know you.”

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Book:Other People's Children: Cultural Conflict in the Classroom

Source: Other People's Children: Cultural Conflict in the Classroom

About the Author

Born: May 23, 1952
Known for: Education Reform Leader
Quotes: 9

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Other People's Children: Cultural Conflict in the ClassroomRelated source material

"Multiplication Is for White People": Raising Expectations for Other People's ChildrenRelated source material

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