Page 34 - Supporting Anti-Racist practice in Schools

Teachers may use racist incidents in the

classroom as a learning opportunity, to
encourage young people to discuss and

challenge stereotypical assumptions or

inappropriate behaviour.

TACKLING When the language or behaviour in question

is not directed at anyone in particular and is
INCIDENTS unlikely to personally impact a class

member, this may be useful.

However, teachers should also be aware of

the sensitivities. Someone may feel singled
out by the incident. Using it to educate

others can make them feel humiliated and

compound the impact of the incident.

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