“Critical theory is an approach to social philosophy that focuses on reflective assessment and critique of society and culture in order to reveal and challenge power structures.” – Wikipedia
Critical theory has made its way to the Illinois public school system. The Illinois State Board of Education is insisting there isn’t one ‘correct way of doing or understanding. In December 2020, they adopted new “Culturally Responsive Teaching and Leading Standards”.
Jonathan Butcher, Will Skillman Fellow in Education at The Heritage Foundation, has laid out how individuals can combat radical changes to classrooms.
READ: Seven Steps to Combating “Critical Theory” in the Classroom
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