Critical theory, critical culture, & postmodern humanism
In a nutshell: In 2004, Gene Robinson became the first openly gay bishop in the Episcopal Church. His retirement from the bishopric provides an opportunity for teachers to explore his faith-based advocacy for same-sex marriage. In 2004, Gene Robinson became Continue reading God believes in Gene Robinson
In a nutshell: News outlets are reporting today on the death of Eugene C. Patterson (1923-2013). Patterson’s death provides an opportunity for teachers to explore issues of white privilege and majority responsibility for minority oppression. As editor of The Atlanta Continue reading Eugene C. Patterson, Progressive Voice on Civil Rights, Dies at 89
In a nutshell: W. Robert Connor’s piece on “The Shrinking Humanities” is fair and reasonable, but may mask more sinister prejudices against postmodern perspectives in the humanities. Very interesting piece by W. Robert Connor of the Teagle Foundation in Inside Continue reading Humanities: tumble dry on low?
In a nutshell: In 2013, Pedagogishness will become a resource for teaching and learning in the humanities, with special features for teachers and students alike. One year ago today, I launched Pedagogishness as a blog about teaching and learning in Continue reading Pedagogishness welcomes 2013
In a nutshell: It’s been a year of Pedagogishness. Where have we been and where do we go from here? On January 1, 2012, I launched Pedagogishness, a blog whose not very clever tagline is “Michael Broder on teaching and Continue reading A year of Pedagogishness
This playlist may be especially useful for my friends over 25 who would like to know what the kids are listening to today. Helpful for teachers whose students stare at them blankly when they make references to REM, The Boss, Continue reading Millennial Pop Playlist
In a nutshell: Inventing Abstraction, 1910–1925, running at the Museum of Modern Art (11 West 53 Street, New York, NY) through April 15, 2013. It’s a great exhibition that I recommend highly. Instead of waiting for my review, which may Continue reading Inventing Abstration at MoMA
In a nutshell: December 22 will mark the tenth anniversary of the untimely death of Joe Strummer, singer, songwriter, guitarist, and leading force of the punk-rock band, The Clash. Here are links to some appreciations of Strummer, and to my Continue reading Joe Strummer, ten years gone
In a nutshell: I’m reading a fabulous essay on critical race theory in classical studies by Shelley P. Haley of Hamilton College, and you should read it, too. In 2009, Fortress Press published Prejudice and Christian Beginnings: Investigating Race, Gender, Continue reading Fascinating Chapter on Critical Race and Classics
In a nutshell: A newly enacted plan to desegregate the Tucson Unified School District may provide a path for the return of Mexican-American Studies. As reported on the News 4 Tucson website, the Tucson Unified School District (TUSD) on December Continue reading Ban on Mexican-American Studies headed for repeal?