Workshop on pedagogy: Teaching medieval art and “controversial” images
Wednesday 29 May 2024, 1pm-3pm ET
Online
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The IDEA Committee invites ICMA members to an online workshop on pedagogy on May 29, 1:00 PM–3:00 PM, Eastern Time
The ICMA accommodates a broad range of approaches to medieval art as well as an array of specializations. While some community members work in environments that are hostile to teaching about inclusion, equity, diversity, and accessibility, others may be concerned about saying something “wrong” if they do engage such issues. Given the challenges of teaching medieval art in an era of social and political upheaval, this workshop seeks to provide a supportive and open setting for probing such questions as:
How do we discuss medieval attitudes and negative stereotyping without merely condemning them for failing to achieve our own “enlightened” standards?
How do we contextualize medieval bigotry, racializing, and othering without appearing to justify them?
How do we establish the importance of studying these images when some students feel they should be dismissed or “cancelled” because they express ugly ideas or create discomfort?
The workshop will provide opportunities for you to share teaching strategies, reflect on the 2023–23 academic year, and brainstorm about the future.
Register HERE