In this conversation, Dr. Catherine Quinlan discusses the significance of Black representation in education and the challenges faced in advocating for inclusive curricula. She reflects on her personal journey, the rejections she encountered, and how these experiences shaped her perspective on failure and empowerment. Dr. Quinlan emphasizes the importance of viewing setbacks as opportunities for growth and the need for a more inclusive approach to education that acknowledges and celebrates Black narratives.
About the Host: Dr. Catherine L. Quinlan, ED.D.
I am a researcher, professor, and curriculum design expert. I currently hold the Brenda B. Brodie Endowed Chair for Teacher Education in the School of Education at North Carolina Central University.
Learn more about me and my research on my websites and YouTube channels.
For more information visit my websites:
Personal Website of Dr. Catherine L. Quinlan: https://drcatherinequinlan.com
Visibility In STEM Education Consultant/Services: https://visibilityinstem.com/
TEDx Talk: The Clarity We Need For Belonging: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o3xAD3I3x-M&feature=youtu.be
Recent Academic Book: Black Representation in the Science Curriculum: Implications for Identity, Culture, Belonging, and Curriculum Development.
https://www.routledge.com/9781032757193
Keystone Passage, Chapter Series Book: https://keystonepassage.com
Check out the podcast:Learning, for Truth and Love: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6IlAjleK06X35gdoGqylGH
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@drcatherinequinlan
Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/learning-for-truth-and-love/id1785560564
Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/649118d6-1db7-4273-aa01-bfd495703f71/learning-for-truth-and-love
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