Authority on Critical Race Theory

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On the culture front, I wrote a book, pictured above, about a serious problem in our culture, racism. One effort to deal with it is Critical Race Theory (CRT).

There have been claims that elements of CRT are being taught in K-12 education. Some proponents say that is not true, and that CRT is a complex theory taught mainly in law schools.

I wondered who was right. So, I investigated it carefully. At the urging of others, I turned my research into a book that is now available on Amazon.

My editor pointed out that this is a contentious topic so I needed to use abundant references, which I did. Most of what is written is borrowed from people with expertise in various elements within the topic.

The book covers the origins of CRT beginning with Critical Theory from Germany and postmodern philosophy from France. Certain law school professors applied the principles of Critical Theory (informed by postmodern philosophy) to racism in America.

Not to give away too much, but a careful review found that derivatives of CRT are being taught in K-12 schools. Of course, the complex theories are not taught at that level.

The book points out that implicit bias is real and can be studied. Common sense suggests that using it to help with racial problems in the workplace should be helpful. Alas, research shows that it is largely ineffective in improving matters and can make them worse.

It turns out that the largest teacher’s union in the U.S. strongly endorsed teaching CRT in K-12 schools. Learn more about it in the book.

The book concludes with some recommendations to improve race relations in the U.S. It is based on scientific findings.

Peter M. Hartmann, MD

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Did you know that Critical Theory was developed by Marxist German intellectuals? Critical Theory was initially applied to race by law school professors in the U.S.

If you are curious about this topic, read my short book, Critical Race Theory and K-12 Education. Aspects of CRT are being taught in K-12 schools. This is controversial. Find out why.

Sold on Amazon ($5.50 for paperback; $4.99 for eBook).

What is Critical Race Theory?

Critical Race Theory (CRT) is in the news, but what is it really? The law professor who coined the term has started a campaign called #TruthBeTold, which explains what it is today.

The same law school professor has publicly said that CRT is not being taught in K-12 schools. So, what is being taught that has created conflict?

The #TruthBeTold campaign is described and details about what is being taught at the K-12 level are covered in my book (see above). It is available on Amazon where it has been rated 5 out of 5 stars.

The ebook is $4.99, and the paperback is $5.50.

Implicit Bias and CRT

Did you know implicit bias is a valid concept? Did you also know that implicit bias training does not work? In fact, studies have shown it is ineffective and can make things worse.

England’s government stopped the training when research showed it did not work. However, the U.S. government and many private companies still pay for the training. Why?

Probably because we are anxious to do whatever we can to combat racism. We feel the need to show people that we are at least trying to do something.

If you want more details and learn about about related things, consider purchasing my book, Critical Race Theory and K-22 Education. It is available on Amazon (ebook is $4.99 and paperback is $5.50). Just type Peter Hartmann in the Amazon search bar.

Critical Race Theory Book in Hillsborough Library

My new book on Critical Race Theory and K-12 Education will be available in a few days within the Hillsborough Library System (primary location will be the John F. Germany Public Library on Ashley Drive in Tampa).

The book answers many questions about this topic. What are the roots of Critical Race Theory? Are there neo-Marxist influences? What are the claims of CRT today? Are aspects of CRT being taught in k-12 Education? What topics are covered?

What are possible benefits and possible harms from teaching CRT? Does CRT tend to divide the races? What are alternatives? When K-12 teachers speak about slavery in the U.S., what should they say? All these issues and more are covered in the book.

The book is heavily referenced for those who want to check the sources used in the book. There is also a glossary at the end that provides definitions for words that may be unfamiliar or for words that are familiar but are used in a technical way within CRT.

The hope is that the book will stimulate civil discourse about this topic of importance to the education of our children. It has been rated 5 out of 5 stars by readers. Reviews are available on the Amazon site where it is sold.

If you prefer to purchase the book rather than borrow it from the library, it can be purchased from Amazon by typing in Peter Hartmann in the search bar. The ebook version for Kindle or iPad is $4.99, and the paperback is $5.50 plus shipping (usually, no shipping cost for Amazon Prime members).