The Global Search for Education: Championing Youth and Communities: A Conversation with Filmmaker Josh Leong
Oct10

The Global Search for Education: Championing Youth and Communities: A Conversation with Filmmaker Josh Leong

This month, audiences can screen Chicken on the Planet Classroom Network.

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This Film Would Like You To Know That It Is Important –  A Review of Chicken
Oct01

This Film Would Like You To Know That It Is Important –  A Review of Chicken

By April Klein Have you ever heard of the term “Social Problem Film”? It’s not a particularly well-phrased term, but it describes a type of film designed from its inception to tackle a larger societal issue through the lens of a traditional narrative structure. During the Golden Age of Hollywood, the term was more apt, as studios would literally commission films to cover issues they believed would draw audiences. These films would...

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The Global Search For Education: Social Justice Learning in the Age of Globalization
Sep27

The Global Search For Education: Social Justice Learning in the Age of Globalization

“The ability to learn deeply is perhaps the best legacy we can leave to our younger generations, so that they have a fighting chance to survive, save humanity, and sustain life in the planet.” — Santiago Rincon-Gallardo Globalization has increased our interconnectedness and interdependence on each other. With technological advancements continuing to change our world and daily lives, the need for more focus on the socioeconomic,...

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