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Experts discuss how history is taught in schools and the need to change it
Read full article: Experts discuss how history is taught in schools and the need to change itThere has been ongoing debate in the educational system over who is writing the stories of American history and how the stories shape the views of the nation’s children. Many historians and educators said they’re concerned about the revisionism of history and its direct ties to systemic racism. A group of experts came together to start the discussion about changes needed in how history is taught in the school system. Watch the full report to learn more.
Detroit teacher says Black representation in schools has ‘revolutionizing effect’
Read full article: Detroit teacher says Black representation in schools has ‘revolutionizing effect’DETROIT – Detroit teacher Quan Neloms is from the heart of Detroit and began working in the education system as a school volunteer in the late 1990s. Once thing he’s noticed since his journey began is the lack of Black men in the school system -- and, for the sake of our youth, that has to change. “The main thing is that we want to impress on Black men (is) that you are needed,” Neloms said. “Being involved in education, in the field of education as black men. The teacher also created an organization called In Demand, whose aim is to help older Black men make a positive impact on future leaders in the Black community.