Researching Racism in Education: Politics, Theory and Practice.

* Is there a place for anti-racist politics in educational research and, if so, what should it consist of?

* Can white people do meaningful research on racism and the experiences of black students?

* What research methods are most appropriate in the study of racism in education?

This book offers a comprehensive overview and assessment of the wide range of debates and controversies concerning the politics, theory and practice of research that have become associated with 'race' and education in recent years. It offers new and original contributions from many of the leading academics within the field together with some of the most promising and influential researchers to have recently emerged. In dealing with these debates, the book offers new lines of enquiry and alternative ways of thinking. It represents both an important text and a timely contribution to the field. The book will be of interest to a wide range of students, teachers and practitioners in education, 'race' and ethnic studies, sociology and research methods.

Paul Connolly is Lecturer in Sociology at the University of Ulster. His primary research interests are the study of 'race', ethnicity and young children. He has published a number of articles in this area and is author of Racism, Gender Identities and Young Children.

Barry Troyna was, until his death, Professor of Education at the University of Warwick. He has written and researched extensively in the field of 'race' and education. His most recent books include: Antiracism, Culture and Social Justice in Education, with Morwenna Griffiths, Researching Education Policy, with David Halpin, Racism and Education: Research Perspectives and Racism in Children's Lives, with Richard Hatcher.