Adopting Critical Race Theory, or CRT within a writing-focused classroom begins by defining the goals of what CRT hopes to achieve. CRT aims to cultivate a safe community that encourages open discussion to exchange personal experiences with one another for educational means. CRT will leave a significantly positive impression upon students who learn about it, as it dives into concepts and literary history that is not focused upon enough. It is important to note that CRT scholars examine the ways in which individuals are impacted by others’ prejudice and their agency to enact change against these social constructs. Some important and well-known CRT scholars are are Kimberlé Crenshaw, Mari Matsuda, and Patricia Williams. Moreover, in order to teach CRT most effectively, it must be examined beyond the surface level. CRT does not only identify race, but it examines the socio-cultural forces that shape society today. Our society is deep-rooted within racism, causing individuals to be denied their rights bestowed to them from American citizenship. Essentially, CRT identifies and traces racism all the way back to its roots. Additionally, CRT can also connect to gender and social class, allowing for further discussion within classrooms that may already be studying these concepts. 

There are various ways in which CRT can be utilized within the classroom. First, students can be given the opportunity to examine the writing and works of CRT authors and scholars. Students will be able to see the language and writing style employed by these individuals, and learn from their expertise. Additionally, students can identify the various literary symbols and themes that can be commonly drawn and identified from pieces. Furthermore, students can strengthen their vocabulary by defining the vocabulary terms: white privilege, micro-aggressions, institutionalized racism, social construction, intersectionality, and anti-essentialism.