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What was the key ruling in Brown v. Board of Education (1954)?

Desegregation of public schools, ruling that separate educational facilities are inherently unequal.

What legal precedent was established by Plessy v. Ferguson (1896)?

The doctrine of 'separate but equal', justifying racial segregation.

What was the impact of the Lemon Grove Incident (1930-1931)?

First successful school desegregation case in the U.S. concerning Mexican-American students.

How did the white population change from 2010 to 2020 according to the census data?

The white population decreased by 8.6%.

What is Culturally Relevant Pedagogy as developed by Gloria Ladson-Billings?

An educational approach that promotes high expectations for all students and cultural awareness and inclusivity.

What was the trend in book challenges from 2019 to 2023?

An increase from 566 book challenges in 2019 to 4,240 in 2023.

What role did the Common School Movement play in U.S. education?

Promoted publicly funded, nonsectarian schools to provide universal education.

What did the Old Deluder Satan Act (1647) require?

Towns were required to hire teachers to educate children.

What were the key influences of Andrew Jackson on education policies?

Pro-states' rights policies and the Indian Removal Act of 1830.

What was the main theme of discipline in Native Tribes education?

Encouragement through praise and rewards, avoiding corporal punishment.

Who is considered a notable figure advocating for women’s rights in education?

Louisa May Alcott, author of Little Women.

What was the focus of education in Precolonial America?

Survival and sustainability, with an emphasis on inter-tribal knowledge exchange.

What significant demographic shift occurred from 2010 to 2020 regarding the Latinx population?

The Latinx population increased by 23%.

What did Horace Mann advocate for in the 19th Century?

Public education as a means to promote democracy and equality.

What type of education did Bray Schools provide?

Education for enslaved African children.

What was the outcome of historical legal cases for marginalized communities?

These communities faced significant challenges in accessing equitable education.

What did the term 'cultural marginalization' signify in U.S. education history?

The continued exclusion or undervaluing of certain cultures in educational curricula.

What was the significance of the Massachusetts School Law (1642)?

It required parents to educate their children, laying the foundation for a formal education system.