Interdisciplinarity, Artistry, and Curricular Complexity: A Design and Evaluation Model Using Educational Criticism and Connoisseurship

• In Event: Eisnerian Inquiry

Abstract

Utilizing Eisner’s Educational Criticism and Connoisseurship, this paper illustrates the process of curriculum design and evaluation of its implementation in the launch of a STEM middle school in a diverse community in the midwest. The authors discuss the role of the connoisseur and the tensions that exist between the intended and enacted curriculum. The paper has implications for productive university-school partnerships.

Authors

• Amy Masko, Grand Valley State University

• Julie Henderleiter, Grand Valley State University

• Lisa Anne Kasmer, Grand Valley State University

• Keith Oliver, Grand Valley State University

• Kristofer Pachla, Grand Valley State University

• Tamara L. Shreiner, Grand Valley State University

• Janet Vigna, Grand Valley State University

• Paul Woo Dong Yu, Grand Valley State University