Scott Farver

Scott Farver is an Assistant Professor at Michigan State University (MSU) in the Department of Teacher Education, College of Education. He holds a PhD in Curriculum, Instruction, and Teacher Education from MSU (2019). Prior to academia, he taught 5th grade near the Navajo Nation in New Mexico and served as a Peace Corps Volunteer in the Philippines (2006-2008). His work centers on preparing teachers to address systemic racism and inequity through anti-racist pedagogy.

Education:

• PhD in Curriculum, Instruction, and Teacher Education, MSU (2019)
• Peace Corps Service: Rural Elementary Education, Philippines (2006-2008)
• Elementary Teaching Experience: New Mexico Public Schools

Research Focus: Examines whiteness in education and strategies to disrupt it. Engages pre-service and practicing teachers in critical reflection to foster equitable classroom practices. Emphasizes racial justice and social justice frameworks in teacher training.

Teaching: Courses focus on power dynamics, oppression, and equity in social institutions, with emphasis on racial justice. Believes teacher education must actively combat racism in and beyond classrooms.

Advising/Grants: No specific grants or advisee names listed in text, but his pedagogical approach emphasizes mentorship in anti-racist practices.