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Le'Marqunita Lowe, Ph.D. is a 2026 graduate of the PhD Program in Leadership and Change at Antioch University.

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Le'Marqunita Lowe at her Dissertation Defense.

From L-R: Dr. Daniel Diaz Committee Chair, Dr. Betty Overton-Adkins, Committee Member, Dr. Beryl Watnick, Committee Member.

Dissertation Committee

  • Daniel Diaz, PhD, JD, Committee Chair
  • Betty Overton-Adkins, PhD, Committee Member
  • Beryl Watnick, PhD, Committee Member

Keywords

Black women, history, textbooks, Pearson, education, history, education, hidden curriculum, advanced placement courses, curriculum development, race, critical race theory, gender, interdisciplinary, hegemony, intersectionality, social studies curriculum

Document Type

Dissertation

Publication Date

2026

Abstract

Using a race and gender analytical lens, this research study examined how Black women were depicted in four secondary Advanced Placement Pearson’s history textbooks. Content analysis was the methodology to collect data from Pearson’s Advanced Placement history textbooks. Captions and images were analyzed to observe the patterns and themes that displayed the intersection between Black women's race and gender depiction. The interdisciplinary fields of history and education allowed an in-depth analysis of race and gender to be conducted throughout this research study. Two research questions were answered throughout this study. What do captions and images teach about the race and gender depiction of Black women in four Advanced Placement history textbooks? Is there a hidden curriculum found within Pearson’s Advanced Placement history textbooks? Since textbooks are curriculum tools used to teach in the classroom, they influence students’ perceptions about other cultures and society. This dissertation is available in open access at AURA (https://aura.antioch.edu) and OhioLINK ETD Center (https://etd.ohiolink.edu).

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Le'Marqunita Lowe

ORCID No.:  #0009-0002-0454-3291

Le’Marqunita Lowe is a visionary Founder, Professor, and community advocate with a passion for empowering others through storytelling and knowledge sharing. As the Founder and CEO of LDL Magazine, Le’Marqunita is committed to highlighting the achievements of community organizations, educators, entrepreneurs, philanthropists, and creative artists. Her work focuses on providing a platform for voices often underrepresented in mainstream media, creating a space that is inclusive, real, and down-to-earth. Le’Marqunita’s career is deeply rooted in education and community engagement. With a background in research, teaching, and higher education, she has consistently sought to bridge gaps in access to information and opportunities. Her research interests span various fields, with a particular focus on how education, history, and community involvement can drive social change and economic development. Through her work in higher education and LDL Magazine, she has successfully combined her research interests with her passion for storytelling to inspire and uplift others.

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