Should critical race theory be taught in K-12 education?

Yes

Yes, but not until they are teenagers

Critical Race Theory is a complex academic legal theory that is not, and cannot be, taught to children of school age. The idea that it is being taught is a lie perpetuated by those with an agenda to undermine equality initiatives.

It should be acknowledged and taught, but so should other race theories as well, and opposing points to it should be taught too.

No, telling whites children they are inherently racist is not only racist in itself but also increases the likelihood of those children being racist in the future. Racism exists against all cultures and therefore only awareness is required. People need to be less sensitive and move on.

Everyone no matter what color of their skin should be treated equally and fairly. Intersectionality and tribalism worsens bigotry yet also add working class history to the curriculim. Also, focus on that our institutions, laws and history are inherently racist and classist.

Yes, but only in secondary schools

Yes, but in a way that demonstrates how we can learn from our mistakes and move forward into a more just society without stirring a hatred between races

No , CRT is a lie and should not be taught as it is based on the misconception white people are inherently racist

Not all laws and history are racist and nobody is born racist, so acceptance should be taught as well as historical mistakes

Students should be informed of racism and racism in institutions and history but that it is wrong and everybody should be treated equally regardless of race

Yes as long as it educates from both sides and not just from one perspective. This then avoids racism on both sides within the teaching of it

This is stupid: Critical Race Theory is a university level topic. It's like asking if quantum theory should be taught in nursery.

No, critical race theory shouldn't be taught in schools, because it is university level. However yes basic racial equality practices should be used in the education system.

Critical race theory is a graduate level theory and deeply inappropriate for school-aged children to be taught. Nonetheless, awareness of racism in British society, and anti-racist ideas should be part of a school's ethos.

CRT is a university level course and is not taught at any primary or secondary school levels. Racism and other social issues should be taught but this is not teaching CRT.

No, racism is simply a "woke" idea pedalled by the National Trust for political purposes

Kids should be taught to be proud of their race

It depends on age. Older students need to understand institutionalised racism in order to fight against it. Younger students need to be taught that the colour of someone's skin does not make them better/worse than someone else.

Yes - to understand our racist history and to prevent it in the future - but also no, as kids should be raised as racially colour blind.

Yes, but not until they are teenagers, also add Intersectionality and the 1619 Project to the curriculum and we cannot end racism until we acknowledge that our institutions, laws, and history are inherently racist

Yes, but CRT is a university level course, that isnt even taught to primary or secondary schoolers!!!

Teach students an honest and balanced account of history, including racism and inequality, but without framing individuals as inherently privileged or oppressed. Focus on shared civic values, critical thinking, and the importance of treating others with dignity and fairness.

They should not teach them that they are racist or disadvantaged but they should inform people of the past

No, but students should receive cultural education so they are able to operate with more awareness and empathy towards their peers and others around them, as well as have a greater understanding of humanity.

When they are kids, lessons about equality should be taught i.e.; being nice to one another no matter how different you look, as the children progress and get older, more history should be incorporated into lesson planning.

Racial, gender, and religious issues should be taught as part of a balanced perspective with the aim being mainly to teach children critical thinking and kindness.

I think kids should be raised racially colour blind so that they do not grow up with ingrained prejudice against people, but perhaps in the older years of secondary school this should be taught, along with Intersectionality and the 1619 Project. After all, we cannot truly end racism until we acknowledge that our institutions, laws and history are inherently racist, understand why, and rethink them more inclusively.

Teach children eugenics and racial history to learn about where they come from wnd how much their ancestors committed to the world we live in today instead of this anti white propaganda

it should not be taught that law and institutions are inherently racist because that undermines all of the progress we have done to remove them, instead we should teach children that we once we racist but now we are free and we have made progress to remove those racist laws but we should not down play racism and we should tell children or teenagers the full truth of how minority's were treated and abused in America.

Critical race theory is advanced sociopolitical theory, the related topics should be taught at all ages but the specific theory itself is more university level.

Yes but not in the sense where children believe they should be racist or that everyone around them is racist only that certain people for example those in positions of power who run institutions. It’s also a risk of non white children feeling as though their life is determined which is limited.

teaching of critical race theory throughout history is important, we cannot look to the future if we are going to make the same mistakes of the past.

yes, but be careful about how it is taught so people don't think they are at a disadvantage or inherently racist

Yes in secondary as primary school children may not be able to fully understand and appreciate the topics

I think that children should be taught about race and what race they are but still to treat everyone the same

Teaching children that their skin colour makes them either a racist or a victim is poor form and is not a good way to teach anyone. We’re all just people living in the present, regardless of the atrocities of the past.

In case of primary school, casual and learned racism should be corrected, but the topic should be taught when they reach secondary school, as they’re more likely to grasp the subject

Yes. However it is important to understand capitalism is the root of this evil and to teach and to understand it. It should be taught as a teenager. Racism exists because of capitalism.

No, should avoid direct criticism of general people, advocate for unifying against hatred and prejudice.

yes to make them more aware until they are in year 9 or 10 when ever the school start teaching gse this is so they are aware and it doesn't take time out of there gse

Critical race theory is a university level concept, but they should be taught about structural racism and colonialism

Only as part of a range of theories/approaches to be explored, evaluated and discussed in secondary school

Primary age should not be “taught” specifically, but it could be mentioned if relevant to another topic Secondary age can go in to more detail

It should be addressed that minorities are disproportionately affected by turmoil in a country; especially economically.

It depends on the parents opinion, not to force all children to have one type of opinion (it can be bad depending on the teacher)

Yes, add the intersectionality and 1619 project to the curriculum and only do it until they are teenagers.

It is a framework that can be explored, but it is not the standard, it's so complicated it would only be able to be taught in secondary school.

Yes, taught in secondary schools but a permission slip from a parent/guardian be required in primary schools.

Should not be taught to primary schools too young unless issues come up, you do not want some children to feel disadvantaged but in secondary school it is valid as racial colourblindness wears off with age

The problem with this CRT narrative is that it has lost its entire meaning because of conservatives. CRT is a college level dialectic. It might be too advanced for kids, but I think that basics of CRT should be taught. It just depends on what we're actually talking about

I don't think it makes much difference to teach it to people because it shouldn't still be in affect but I'm not an expert so if the government is institutionally racist than it can't hurt to make children aware

Yes but should be taught with the right language for the younger years and it should be taught from year 5 no younger

Yes, its a valid mainstream theory that should be taught alongside many others with the tools for children to debate and analyze them.

Yes in citizenship lessons at GCSEs, and learn to scrutinise the history of Britain, reducing racism.

I do not support it personally but allow individual schools the choice to decide if they want to teach it or not

Critical race theory itself is a complex framework best reserved for relevant A-level and university coursework. However, primary and secondary school curricula should be informed by Critical Race Theory.

I think it should only be taught in later secondary school and stressed that it is a theory and not every organisation is like this

No because it is a complex university level theory, elements of it can be filtered down though as there as important learnings from it

Anti-racism should be taught but CRT as a whole is not appropriate for the UK's context. Schools can choose to teach it if they wish.

Given literal critical race theory is a part of uni level legal studies, it's not really clear to most people what this means.

It is important to have these conversations to bring awareness to these areas with the idea to prevent current and future racism.

No, this is a valuable topic but it is taught at a post-graduate level topic, none of its advocates are seriously suggesting it because brought into schools.

Teach about the overt racism and institutional racism that exists and has existed in the past without relying on a politicized curriculum.

they should be taught basics with inclusive activities to reduce racism but do not go into complicated details.

Society is more Woke than ever, we should be teaching not to discriminate with hate, pulling children and adults up on every minor thing that is said is not useful, teach people to not say thing with malace and to not take everything personally and as a personal hatred.

The education content needs a current day re - vamp to bring us all forward in the right direction. How to manage money efficiently, Goals , methods , what is a mortgage ? & what’s the process? Cooking skills & Good moral teachings of life & how to approach the right way 💯

Only if parental guardian consents to there child viewing/ learning about racist views and prejudice

Matters pertaining to racism, discrimination and prejudice should be taught in schools, and this should be linked to events in history. We should not encourage people to think they are more advantaged/ disadvantaged due to the colour of the their skin. This shouldn’t be promoted.

Yes, but this should be presented in a debate style where teenage students can start to explore solutions and not dwell on the discrimination to the point it creates excessive divides and tension

People should be taught accurately and truthfully about the past but it should not be taught as if integral to current society.

Yes, but it needs to be very carefully considered on how it is approached. Rushing it could be more damaging to children.

Yes, in order for children to be raised in a functioning society that sees all as equals, it is vital that historical references be clarified as to the perspective from time period and how that relates to present day

Kids should be taught to respect their heritage so that race is not seen as a a barrier to learn about how humanity evolved. One race can not be superiour to another is the central message.

Kids are only racist because they have been brought up thta way it is learnt behaviour! Teach the adults

I believe they should be taught the correct history but it needs to not turn into hatred towards other races

Yes it should be taught, but it should not be taught as fact; it is a “theory” after all and we should be taught to either support or critique it through a balanced lens, casting a “critical” eye!