© UNESCO About the Publication
The UNESCO provides a comprehensive overview of racism in school textbooks and other educational media through this material. This includes a dedicated study conducted by UNESCO, which has led to recommendations on how to better address themes of migration and racism.
These recommendations and implications cover various areas, such as the portrayal of indigenous populations, a Western-centric view of history, and addressing power dynamics related to racism. The guidance concludes with detailed questions for educational professionals, aiding them in critically assessing educational media for racist content.
Overall, the material emphasizes representation, critical reflection, and the integration of intersectional perspectives as pathways to address racism in educational media.
Our Recommendation
This material is excellent for an in-depth examination of racism in educational media. The combination of empirical findings and concrete recommendations makes it particularly valuable for educators who wish to critically assess educational materials. The provided guiding questions are especially helpful and can support educators in conducting their own analyses of selected educational content.