Lesson Topic

Racism and White Privilege

Lesson Rationale

Toldson (2017) opine that teaching about racism and white privilege in the United States is a complicated and emotional process. Students are characterized by different levels of awareness, experiences, and feelings. With the majority exhibiting signs that they want to know more about racism and what they can do to make the society a better place where individuals from different races are welcomed. However, the learning process can be susceptible to emotional intensity and surprises due to instances of ignorance, guilt, denial, distrust, and fear....