Note: Must include Introduction and Conclusion. Be sure to use Headings and Sub-Headings.

Length of Paper: In no less than 5 pages (please do not submit even one paragraph less than 5 pages – thank you), incorporate the following elements into your paper (the paper should have a narrative form):

Throughout this course, you have had opportunities to consider your own educational beliefs, values, social ideals and professional practice alongside our exploration of a variety of philosophical perspectives. Think about which readings, discussions and assignments were most influential to you. What has changed about your educational philosophy, day-to-day teaching, and/or future vision as a result of your experiences here? How has this experience challenged you to act as a teacher, instructional leader, and social agent, and what is your call to action?

This essay asks you to demonstrate your understanding of course content, your intellectual/academic processes (critical analysis), and your ability to translate theory into practice (personal and professional agency). Strong responses will grapple with both the intellectual and the practical, and will demonstrate clarity in both your argument and positionality. Responses should contain a clearly stated thesis or position statement, and support said thesis/position with reasoned argument and properly cited scholarly evidence (using material from our course and outside research).

Primary Text: You must use the following primary text book:

Hinchey, P. (2010). Finding freedom in the classroom. A Practical Introduction to Critical Theory. New York, Peter Lang.

Resources: You are required to utilize a minimum of 6 (please see attached) academic resources other than your primary text and format your document and corresponding in-text citation in 6th edition APA Style.