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Curriculum controversy Gov. Ron DeSantis defends Florida’s new curriculum on Black history
In the midst of mounting controversy, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis defended the state’s new curriculum on Black history which came into effect last week
The guidelines, approved by the Florida Board of Education, have been met with strong opposition from Florida teachers
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Outlined in a comprehensive 216page document on Florida’s 2023 social studies standards, published by the Florida Department of Education, the revised curriculum includes instruction on how some Black individuals were able to benefit from slavery by acquiring valuable skills
This specific aspect of the new guidelines has triggered widespread debate and criticism from educators and education advocates
Another aspect that has sparked outrage about the revised curriculum involves educating students on incidents where Black individuals were involved in violence during racial conflicts
Governor DeSantis, while attending an event in Utah on Friday, addressed the issue of slavery being taught in Florida middle schools
Governor DeSantis’ defense and clarifications
Governor DeSantis defended how