Thursday 22 April 2010

'Muslim Voices in School' book review

arabnews.com, Book sheds light on the challenges Muslim youth face in Western schools, 21 Apr 2010 "Muslim Voices in School. Narratives of Identity and Pluralism is a follow up that was published in 2009. Written by Özlem Sensoy and Christopher Stonebanks, it brings together a number of studies conducted by university professors, teachers, students and scholars who have dealt with Muslim youth experiences in regards to Western schooling. Furthermore, the book highlights the role educators play in the lives of their students and sheds light on the importance of understanding how youth identity is shaped and influenced by what takes place outside of formal schooling."