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Book SynopsisIdentity Development of College Students
Building off the foundational work of Erik Erikson and Arthur Chickering, Identity Development of College Students adds broad and innovative research to describe contemporary perspectives of identity development at the intersection of context, personal characteristics, and social identities. The authors employ different theoretical perspectives to explore the nature of context?how it both influences and is influenced by multiple social identities. Each chapter includes discussion and reflection questions and activities for individual or small group work.
Praise for Identity Development of College Students
Susan R. Jones and Elisa S. Abes have provided us with a comprehensive and beautifully written overview of the evolution of identity development theory. This book reads like a novel while at the same time conveying important ideas, critical analysis, and cutting-edge research that will enhance stu
Trade Review
“Their book conveys important new ideas, introduces cutting-edge research, and demonstrates the value of critical analysis. I have no doubt that it will be one of the most important books on college student development to be published in this decade.” — Journal of College Student Development Volume 55 (4)
Table of ContentsList of Tables and Figures vii
The Authors ix
Dedication xi
Acknowledgments xiii
Foreword xv
Marcia B. Baxter Magolda
Preface xix
SECTION ONE SITUATING IDENTITY 1
1 Situating Ourselves in the Study of Identity 5
2 Situating the Study of Identity in the Evolution of Student Development Theories 19
SECTION TWO MULTIPLE IDENTITIES AND MODELS 47
3 Multiple Social Identities and Intersecting Identities 53
4 Model of Multiple Dimensions of Identity 77
5 Reconceptualized Model of Multiple Dimensions of Identity 97
SECTION THREE CRITICAL THEORETICAL FRAMEWORKS AND MULTIPLE IDENTITIES 123
6 Intersectionality 135
7 Critical Race Theory 166
with Stephen John Quaye
8 Queer Theory 191
with David Kasch
SECTION FOUR EDUCATIONAL APPLICATIONS AND FUTURE DIRECTIONS 213
9 Application of the Models in Educational Contexts 219
10 Future Directions: Considering Theoretical Perspectives in Conjunction with One Another 252
Final Interludes 288
References 294
Name Index 311
Subject Index 315
