ABSTRACT

The similarities between the United States and South Africa with respect to race, power, oppression and economic inequities are striking, and a better understanding of these parallels can provide educational gains for students and educators in both countries. Through shared experiences and perspectives, this volume presents scholarly work from U.S. and South African scholars that advance educational practice in support of social justice and transformative learning. It provides a comprehensive framework for developing transformational learning experiences that facilitates leadership for social justice, and a deeper understanding of the factors influencing personal, national and global identity.

chapter chapter 1|3 pages

Introduction

Social Justice and Global Diversity in the United States and South Africa

chapter chapter 2|20 pages

The International Community and Transformation in South Africa

From Protest to Engagement

chapter chapter 3|16 pages

International Cultural Immersion

Exploring Culture and Society Within the Contexts of the United States and Post-Apartheid South Africa

chapter chapter 4|18 pages

Transformative Learning Theory

Perspectives on Nelson Mandela and Application for U.S. Learners in South Africa

chapter chapter 5|14 pages

Personal Moral Imperative and Social Justice

Lived Experiences and Sustained Learning for U.S. Students

chapter chapter 6|20 pages

The Struggle to Reform the State of South Africa's Education

The Post-Apartheid Experience

chapter chapter 8|30 pages

Realizing Transformative Learning and Social Justice Education

Unpacking Teacher Education Practice

chapter chapter 9|13 pages

Complex Hope

Developing Leadership for Social Justice