Ladson-Billings (Gloria Ladson-Billings)

Gloria Ladson-Billings is an educational scholar who studies how teaching can better serve diverse students, especially those from marginalized communities. She emphasizes culturally relevant teaching, which values students’ backgrounds and experiences while helping them succeed academically. Her work advocates for educators to recognize and incorporate students’ cultural identities, fostering an inclusive learning environment that promotes both academic achievement and personal growth. Ladson-Billings’s research aims to transform education into a more equitable and empowering experience for all students.