What do artistic representations of classrooms, teaching and learning tell us about how a society’s positions on pedagogy have progressed … More
Tag: Contemporary Art
The Flow Of Knowledge
I haven’t published a suggested reading post in quite some time (see prior suggested reading posts). I thought that I … More
Arftully Grieving
It is incredibly difficult to develop socially, emotionally and cognitively in a culture that experiences daily doses of trauma and … More
The Gallery as the School?
The commercial art world is steeped in capital, class structure and consumerism, but is there any redeeming value outside of … More
The Educators: A Zine Series
The Educators is an ongoing illustrated compendium of individuals who have made contributions to the field of education, especially regarding … More
Art-fly Learning
When an errant fly found itself in the national spotlight by landing on Vice President Mike Pence’s head during the … More
Experiential Learning: Art Against Colonialism
Joseph Beuys’ 7 year opus, Das Kapital Raum 1970-77, consists of 50 chalkboard slates onto which the German artist, philosopher … More
Our Octopus Teacher
It is a rare treat when a mainstream movie reflects so many relevant pedagogical and pragmatic perspectives, which is the … More
The Past, Present and Future of Art
“I believe the children are our future, teach them well and let them lead the way. Show them all the beauty … More
Artfully Speaking
As another new school year begins, anxious and excited feelings and thoughts flow through the minds, bodies and souls of … More