Teacher Struggles explores the dynamic history of American education through the lens of the teaching profession. It highlights how teachers have actively shaped educational practices and advocated for reform, rather than passively being shaped by the system.
The book delves into the economic hardships faced by teachers, including persistent wage gaps, and examines ideological battles surrounding curriculum, from textbook controversies to debates over inclusive practices.
The book reveals that teachers organized and engaged in social movements to improve their profession and the education system, showcasing their agency in driving social change.
The book uses archival documents, oral histories, and case studies to illustrate the challenges and triumphs of educators.
Progressing systematically, the book first examines teacher compensation, then curriculum controversies, and finally, teacher activism.
