معرفی
Laura Taylor is an Associate Professor of Educational Studies at Rhodes College, focusing on urban schooling, educational policy, and critical pedagogy. She teaches undergraduate and master’s courses on language, literacy, and qualitative methods, emphasizing humanizing educational spaces. Her research explores how teachers and parents navigate educational policies shaped by neoliberalism and racism, particularly in high-stakes testing environments.
Education:
- Ph.D., Curriculum & Instruction; Language and Literacy Studies, The University of Texas at Austin
- M.Ed., Educational Studies, University of Saint Thomas
- B.S., Industrial and Labor Relations; Inequality Studies Concentration, Cornell University
Research Interests: Her work examines the intersection of language, power, and social justice in education, including how teachers resist oppressive systems through pedagogy. She investigates the role of discourse in shaping classroom dynamics and educational reforms, with a focus on equity and marginalized communities.
Publications: Taylor’s recent work critiques policies like 'critical race theory' bans and analyzes teacher agency under accountability systems. Her articles emphasize reconstructive discourse analysis to address systemic racism and advocate for transformative educational practices.
Professional Development: She provides training on literacy instruction, multilingualism, and mentoring for teachers across career stages. Her approach prioritizes teacher collaboration and authentic learning environments.
