Title

Co-constructions of race and dis/ability in inclusive Head Start classrooms

Type

Presentation

Authors

Muccio, L. S.

Abstract

I use the DisCrit theoretical framework proposed by Annamma, Connor, and Ferri (2013) to analyze the observations and interviews in nine Head Start classrooms. I focus on the Head Start instructional professionals’ co-constructions of race and dis/ability and how they enact these constructions in their practices. I also explore how participants enable or resist racism and ableism within the context of their inclusive classrooms. Preliminary analyses indicate that three co-constructions emerge; 1) children without any differences in race or ability, 2) children ‘at risk’ with problems to remediate, and 3) children who were better served by special education professionals. With this research, I hope to offer a deeper conceptual foundation and with it, the hope for individual and systemic change.

Citation

Muccio, L. S. (2014). Co-constructions of race and dis/ability in inclusive Head Start classrooms. Presented at American Educational Research Assocation Annual Meeting, Philadelphia, PA.