Real Men Teach: Reimagining the Future of Education
Autor Curtis Chavis Valentine Cuvânt înainte de Richard Reevesen Limba Engleză Paperback – 17 dec 2026
Real Men Teach: Reimagining the Future of Education is a groundbreaking work that not only diagnoses a critical issue in American education—the stark underrepresentation of male educators—but also proposes a dynamic pathway for change. Combining a rich exploration of history with a forward-looking strategy, Curtis Valentine’s book is set to ignite a movement aimed at reshaping the educational landscape.
The book interweaves historical accounts with contemporary stories, beginning with the determination of men in America to educate themselves and their communities. Valentine highlights significant figures like John Chavis, Beverly Valentine, and William Valentine, and juxtaposes their struggles and triumphs with modern-day educators like Lawrence Carter, Charles Ogletree, and Carl Wade. This historical perspective lays the foundation for understanding the current challenges and opportunities in diversifying the teaching workforce.
Valentine doesn’t just offer a retrospective look; Real Men Teach is a blueprint for the future. It outlines practical steps and strategies—including mentorship programs, financial incentives, and policy reforms—to recruit and retain male educators. The book emphasizes creating a school environment where these educators are not just present but are valued and integral to the educational experience.
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ISBN-13: 9798888458556
Pagini: 256
Dimensiuni: 140 x 210 mm
Greutate: 0.2 kg
Editura: Emancipation Books
Colecția Emancipation Books
Pagini: 256
Dimensiuni: 140 x 210 mm
Greutate: 0.2 kg
Editura: Emancipation Books
Colecția Emancipation Books
Notă biografică
Curtis Valentine is the founder and president of the Male Educator Network and Policy Institute, the first research policy institute and professional network dedicated to men in education. He also founded Real Men Teach, a community focused on recruiting and retaining male educators of color. Both organizations grew from his decade of service as an at-large school board member for Prince George’s County Public Schools in Maryland.
A nationally recognized speaker, Curtis has presented at SXSW, ESSENCE Fest, the Congressional Black Caucus Annual Legislative Conference, and beyond. He currently serves as public policy professor at the University of Maryland and Johns Hopkins University.
A graduate of Morehouse College and Harvard University, Curtis began his career as a Peace Corps education volunteer in South Africa. He is the recipient of the Robert F. Kennedy Award for Service, the Harvard Kennedy School’s highest honor, and has been published in The Washington Post, The 74, and Huffington Post.
A nationally recognized speaker, Curtis has presented at SXSW, ESSENCE Fest, the Congressional Black Caucus Annual Legislative Conference, and beyond. He currently serves as public policy professor at the University of Maryland and Johns Hopkins University.
A graduate of Morehouse College and Harvard University, Curtis began his career as a Peace Corps education volunteer in South Africa. He is the recipient of the Robert F. Kennedy Award for Service, the Harvard Kennedy School’s highest honor, and has been published in The Washington Post, The 74, and Huffington Post.
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Real Men Teach interweaves historical and contemporary stories of men in education to illuminate the challenges of diversifying the teaching workforce and offers a blueprint for the future of education in America.