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The Me You Do Not See: The Experiences Of African American Administrators And Double Consciousness, Matasha Jordan
The Me You Do Not See: The Experiences Of African American Administrators And Double Consciousness, Matasha Jordan
CUP Ed.D. Dissertations
This qualitative study focused on the experiences of 10 African American professionals, five males and five females, in educational administrative positions. The purpose of the study was to show how African American educational administrators perceived double consciousness and describe how they navigated or negotiated their race when working with Caucasian stakeholders in educational organizations. The administrators participated in two interviews, answering questions on race, socioeconomic status, differences between Black and White leadership and lifestyles, culture, and double consciousness. The theoretical framework of this study included elements of critical race theory and culturally sensitive research approaches to support a narrative inquiry. …
Passion And Purpose In Advocacy: Portraits Of Educational Leaders, Maureen D. Brown
Passion And Purpose In Advocacy: Portraits Of Educational Leaders, Maureen D. Brown
CUP Ed.D. Dissertations
As the public education system becomes more diverse, voices of advocates who positively support students and optimize student outcomes are essential. This qualitative multicase case study focused on the perspectives of five educational leaders who advocated in a public school district in Texas. A brief overview of historic voices in education advocacy gave way to the advocacy-based voices heard from educators, school counselors, and principals. Answering the central research question of how educational leaders maintain their passion for advocacy while overcoming obstacles related to change, each participant shared the personal experiences that paved the way for a passion in advocacy. …