Critical pedagogies are instructional approaches aimed at transforming existing social relations in the interest of greater equity in schools and communities. This important volume on the critical pedagogical approach addresses such topics as critical multiculturalism, gender and language learning, and popular culture. In addition, recommendations are made for further research, teacher education, and critical testing. Graduate students and researchers in TESOL, applied linguistics, and education will find this volume a thought-provoking and comprehensive presentation of theory and practice in this important new area of scholarship.