Understanding Racism (Poster 60)

• In Event: AERA Poster Session Seven
  In Poster Session: Youth Teams in Education Research Poster Session

Abstract

Abstract: The purpose of this qualitative study is to understand why some people are racist and whether or not racist ideology can be changed. The rationale for this study is to explore how people come to their understanding and conclusions regarding racism. This study also seeks to explore people’s experiences with racism and discrimination and how they deal with these experiences. The research questions for this study are: 1.) How does racism come to exist? and 2) Why are some people racist while others are not? Semi-structured interviews are used to deconstruct racism.

Authors

• Enrique Aleman, Trinity University
  Presenting Author

• Lisa Mendoza Knecht, Trinity University
  Presenting Author

• Ashby Castaneda, Youth Teams in Education Research
  Presenting Author