"Pedagogies of Voice is a timely call, a vision grounded in justice and hope. It invites educators to imagine their classrooms as liberatory spaces—genius gardens where student agency, belonging, joy, and love take root and flourish. Through its actionable framework, the authors weave historical, cultural, and pedagogical insights into a powerful guide, inspiring meaningful learning that extends beyond the walls of the classroom."
"In Pedagogies of Voice the authors share a transformative vision for what education can be when we prioritize youth engagement and learning over adult and institutional control. Most essentially, the authors do what so much “student voice” literature doesn’t quite manage to do: they provide us with the understandings and tools to be more than 'student voice' tinkerers. As I read, I found myself fundamentally reimagining my role as an educator."
"Right now, more than ever, both in education and in the world around us, there is an urgent and profound need for possibilities, truth-telling, justice, hope, and ultimately, love. The authors of Pedagogies of Voice have given us just that. By listening to educators from across North America, they have developed pedagogies that awaken both student and teacher agency. The language throughout the book is tender, loving, and challenging—a balance that is no small feat.
"Oh, this book! There could not be a better time to be holding it in our hands (and hearts). When the world feels heavy, this book is a beacon—for teachers and students, but not just any teachers and students. It speaks to those on the margins, navigating the barriers and hurdles of a world not built for them, and whose voices are often overlooked.
"In a time when hope is at an all-time low in our schools and students are actively disengaged, this book challenges us to question the foundations, history, and purpose of education, and to break free from the limitations of a discriminatory, standardized education system.
"An amazing resource! Many diverse voices, practical examples and guides suitable for a classroom teacher wishing to grow their practice, suitable for a school administrator wanting to better support and serve the teachers and students in their school and for a teachers working together to create learning spaces that nurture each and every child. A resource I know that I will return to over and over."
"As a Black educator who was once a Black student in America’s public schools, Pedagogies of Voice: Street Data and the Path to Student Agency is a must-read for any educator working toward the creation of loving and rigorous educational spaces.
"In Pedagogies of Voice, Shane Safir, Crystal Watson, Marlo Bagsik, and Sawsan Jaber showcase what it looks like to both reimagine and reconstruct the educational landscape. Drawing on the transformative power of Street Data, they challenge traditional paradigms and illuminate a path toward authentic student agency. The authors weave a tapestry of radical listening, equity-driven practices, and practical strategies that empower educators to amplify every student's voice.