Stories of boy scouts, barbie dolls, and prom dresses: Challenging college students to explore the popular culture of their childhood
Damico A.M.; Quay S.E.
2006
Teachers College Record
2
10.1111/j.1467-9620.2006.00662.x
This self-reflective article addresses the experiences two professors encountered when teaching a class about the popular culture of girls and boys to undergraduates at a small liberal arts college. The issues addressed include student reactions, teaching strategies, and the use of an online discussion platform and assessment. The instructors note that adjusting their teaching styles contributed to the eventual success of the course. Copyright © by Teachers College, Columbia University.
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