prose.
essays, academic articles, blog posts and other musings
contemplative pedagogy for health and well-being in a trauma filled world
This article argues that we are living in a climate where trauma is taxing students and teachers alike. In order to teach and learn in this moment, we recommend and explore a variety of contemplative practices to help teach awareness and kind attention. Some of these practices involve writing and others don’t, as writing itself can be a source of anxiety and stress. We out- line practices and share personal anecdotes regarding an approach toward teaching writing that redefines terms such as rigor and success in more com- passionate and health-focused ways.
pedagogy of presence
a study of the black mountain college method of instruction as demonstrated by josef albers and charles olson
joanne kyger: rooted in place
I believe that the language will act as the time capsule. As I grew to know Joanne's work more personally I began to understand her relationship to time and place. When it comes to language, perhaps Joanne Kyger would agree with me.