Racism and Education is a concise and easily accessible primer for introducing undergraduate and graduate students to the field of race and education. Designed for introductory courses, each chapter provides an overview of a main issue or dilemma in the research on racial inequality and education and the particular approaches that have been offered to explain or address them. Theme-oriented chapters include curriculum, school (re)segregation, and high stakes testing as well as discussions on intersectionality or how racism intersects with other forms of marginality. The focus on particular educational themes is the strength of this book as it paints a portrait of the systematic nature of racism. It surveys multiple approaches to racism and education and places them in conversation with one another, incorporating both classical as well as contemporary theories. Although conceptually rich and dense with critical perspectives and empirical study, the book uses clear and transparent language throughout for easy comprehension. Updates to the new edition include an additional, introductory set of discussion questions to ensure all students engage and respond to chapter material; as well as additional coverage of tracking and critical race theory. Perfect for courses in Multicultural Education, Sociology of Education, Ethnic Studies and more, Racism and Eudcation is the ideal primer for engaging students new to race and education without sacrificing the content for those who are already familiar with the field.