I think I put this in the wrong spot before, so I’m reposting it here. For reasons I can’t explain, I felt the need to write my response by hand, which then meant I had to make a jpg of … Continue reading
I try to keep a small notepad and few working pens with me at all times, but prefer to make use of whatever materials are available at hand when I feel the urge to write. This might include crayons on … Continue reading
This signment went from a fun thought experiment to a less-fun reality this weekend; my housing situation fell apart and I’m currently couch-surfing. (All should be resolved very soon, so I’m not angling for pity or anything.) I did have … Continue reading
Indeed, practical work is often still treated differently from theoretical work in the academy, as if the knowledge of hand and eye, embodied intelligence, and applied skills were somehow not theoretical. When questions of materiality and ontology bring theoretical and … Continue reading
I am a peripatetic. I have to move. To take the bus is lovely, but ultimately unrewarding in a world where my transport is built onto my torso in the form of usable legs. Wait. I thought this post was … Continue reading
First of all, I’m not exactly sure where I’m supposed to put any/ everything on this page. Is this the place for the response to Weds class? Also, this is Carrie. Second of all, I’m sorry I’m late to this … Continue reading
After our conversation in class, I found myself thinking about two main things. First, the evolution of the definition of writing. In my definition of writing, I wouldn’t call Homer reciting the Odyssey writing. It is crafting, and storytelling, but … Continue reading
No, the title of this post isn’t a philosophical dessert. Rather, it is a long-standing debate in philosophical and educational circles. Briefly: that praxis-action is different from theoria-thinking. That’s crudely reductive, but there we have it. So here’s my observation. … Continue reading
As a follow-up to class today, I’d like you to post an observation and a question about this…. You can start a new post; alternatively, you can comment on another person’s post with your observation and question, if you see connections … Continue reading
Whether or not you’re a member of the class, welcome to the site! You can check out the syllabus for the course. Many readings are available online and are linked. Scans of books are password-protected to respect copyright. Email me … Continue reading