He Looks Like Me: An evidence based guide for teachers mentoring African American Boys - Paperback

by Michael A. Coe M. Ed D. DIV (Author)

This book is to encourage public school leaders to think more deeply about the hiring of black male teachers and the effects black male teacher mentors have on students in hopes to encourage and motivate African American males and men of color to enter the field of education. This book uncovers in-depth research of the effects of black male teacher mentoring and its impact on society. After reading He Looks Like Me, readers will understand the following:

The vitality of having men of color in the classroom

The importance of mentoring young black boys and boys of color

How boys of color do meet classroom expectations when there is an African American male teacher

An in-depth scope into the placement of African American males and males of color who are placed in special education classrooms