1. Department of Teacher Education, University of Illinois, Springfield, Illinois, USA;2. jmart315@uis.edu;4. Counseling, School Psychology &5. Educational Leadership, Youngstown State University, Youngstown, Ohio, USA
Abstract:
AbstractThe paper examines participant perceptions of the effectiveness of using case studies with college students (undergraduate – doctoral) to teach social justice and educational equity. Findings indicate that participants who identified with the characters in the cases were able to draw connections between the case and their own personal experiences. They felt the cases broadened their understanding of the topics and increased their sense of empathy and their commitment to principles of social justice.