Vanessa Siddle Walker - School Integration

The video discusses the importance of understanding the history of school desegregation, emphasizing the overlooked role of black educators. It contrasts the additive model of integration, which sought to combine the strengths of segregated and integrated schools, with the exchange model that prioritized access over advocacy and aspiration. The video highlights the failures of the exchange model, including the firing of black teachers and limited access to resources. It concludes by urging a reevaluation of desegregation strategies to ensure quality education for all children.

Why does the speaker believe it is important to revisit the history of segregated schooling?

• To eliminate the need for history in education

• To focus solely on modern educational practices

• To find new ways to segregate schools

• To understand the role of black educators in desegregation

What model did black educators envision for school desegregation?

• An additive model

• A divisive model

• A neutral model

• A subtractive model

What was one of the key skills black educators used to support students?

• Creating competitive environments

• Promoting isolation

• Focusing on individualism

• Creating aspirational climates

What did black educators use to advocate for students?

• Online platforms

• Individual tutoring sessions

• National interconnected networks

• Local community meetings

What was a significant consequence of the 'exchange model' of desegregation?

• Full access to resources

• Firing of many black teachers

• Increased teacher retention

• Improved advocacy networks

What does the speaker suggest is necessary for implementing quality schooling today?

• Combining climates, advocacy, and access

• Eliminating advocacy structures

• Focusing only on access

• Ignoring historical contexts

What was the primary focus of the 'exchange model' in desegregation?

• Enhancing teacher training

• Maintaining advocacy networks

• Prioritizing access over climates

• Increasing student diversity