Genocide Literature in Middle and Secondary Classrooms
Rhetoric, Witnessing, and Social Action in a Time of Standards and Accountability
- 178 pages
- 7 hours of reading
Focusing on the ethical implications of education reform, the book explores what is lost or marginalized in the pursuit of progress, particularly in reading practices. By examining genocide literature, it reveals how these narratives can reshape the understanding of literature's role in education. The author encourages teachers and students to reconsider the purposes of education and the ethical dimensions of reading, fostering a deeper engagement with literature that acknowledges its complexities and societal impacts.
