Writing of Note

We will be adding readings that touch on ideas fundamental to the field, descriptions of seminal projects, and thought pieces worthy of contemplation and discussion. Nominations for additions are welcome.


Hartoonian, M. (Oct. 2022) “What Knowledge is of Most Worth? Education’s Purpose,”
Pegasus, 23(10), 18-26
“The why or philosophical questions are, indeed, the most useful, interesting and difficult questions we can entertain.”


Walter C. Parker, Teaching Against Idiocy,” Phi Delta Kappan, Vol. 86, No. 5, January 2005, pp. 344-351
“Contemplating the root of the word “idiocy” leads Mr. Parker to explore the challenge that democratic societies face of developing public-minded citizens. The schools, he argues, are the most likely institutions to succeed in that task.”