At the Heart of the Matter: Dispelling Deficit Thinking in School Leaders

• In Event: 35.083 - Poster Session 7
  In Poster Session: 35.083-2 - At the Heart of the Matter: Dispelling Deficit Thinking in School Leaders

Abstract

Often, educators are reluctant to acknowledge deficit thinking about students with whom they work. Deficit thinking occurs when educators center challenges in student achievement on the students, their families, or their communities. This paper utilizes action research and critical self-reflection to prepare current and aspiring leaders to interrogate equity and diversity challenges in their schools. The purpose is to support the development of culturally competent, socially just, advocate leaders for all students.

Authors

• April L. Peters, University of Georgia

• Latish Cherie Reed, University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee