When schools are not schools

Indoctrination is not education, yet so-called “schools” throughout the colonial history of the United States and Canada have had a … More

Artfully Assessing an American Education

What is an American education? Because of our vast geocultural landscape, imperialism, colonialism and partisan driven policies, the answers are … More

Made in America

As diverse as the United States of America is, our recording and presenting of its history is not nearly as … More

Character Education

A popular saying is that the best laid-plans often go awry. Despite how carefully we plan for something, there are … More

Cropping Bias from the Cultural Canon

In 1939, Frida Kahlo divorced her husband Diego Rivera. As Mexico’s leading painters, they had been modern art’s power couple … More

Baya Mahieddine’s Artful Expressions of Intersectional Identity

Pablo Picasso is attributed to have said “Every child is an artist. The problem is how to remain an artist … More

Genuine Imitations

Utilizing students’ pop culture interests within a larger social and cultural context is a great way to prompt them to … More

Exquisite Community

An exquisite corpse (also known as picture consequences) is a visual and literary game, initially developed by the Surrealists (Yves … More

Artful Dissent and Empowerment Education

“There’s no such thing as neutral education. Education either functions as an instrument to bring about conformity or freedom.” – … More

Poetics of Protection

Masks are an art form with utilitarian roots dating back to prehistoric times. They have significance in practically every culture … More