The Unteachables by Keith A. Mayes

The Unteachables

Powerful Insights into Educational Inequity

Written byKeith A. Mayes
Narrated byTerrence Kidd
Length13h12m
Release dateJanuary 24, 2023
LanguageEnglish
★★★★★ 5.0 (25 ratings)

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AuthorKeith A. Mayes
NarratorTerrence Kidd
Runtime13h12m
PublishedJanuary 24, 2023
Rating★★★★★ 5.0 / 5 (25 ratings)
CategoriesEducation & Learning, Education, Politics & Social Sciences, Social Sciences, Racism & Discrimination
FormatAudiobook (Digital)
PlatformAudible

About This Audiobook

Dive deep into the troubling history of educational segregation with 'The Unteachables.' Keith A. Mayes unflinchingly explores how systemic biases have led to a disproportionate number of Black students being labeled as special needs over decades. Terrence Kidd’s narration is both clear and impassioned, bringing this critical issue to life in an engaging and accessible way.

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Editor's Review ★★★★★

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Terrence Kidd delivers a performance that is nothing short of remarkable. His measured yet powerful voice perfectly complements the weighty subject matter. The first few chapters are particularly intense as Mayes lays out the historical context of racial bias in education, but the pacing picks up once he delves into specific case studies and personal narratives. One critique: at times, the rapid-fire statistics can feel overwhelming without clear transitions between points. Despite this minor issue, 'The Unteachables' is an essential listen for anyone interested in understanding the complexities of educational equity.

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