With a background rooted in technical fields like mathematics, mechanical engineering, and computer science, this author brings a unique analytical perspective to their writing. Their experience ranges from designing complex systems to teaching at the college level, imbuing their narratives with a distinct precision and depth. This blend of technical expertise and a lifelong passion for storytelling, evidenced by numerous short story contest wins and produced plays, culminates in their literary work. Their debut novel emerges from a foundation built on technical writing and engaging educational content for young readers.
Ready-to-use forms of prayer for morning, midday, evening, and night, seven days a week, inspired by historic and contemporary Celtic Christian spirituality and earthed in the activities of everyday living.
This volume aims to generate new ideas and provoke discussion about arts education in the twenty-first century, both within institutions and beyond. It is designed for educators teaching the arts from early childhood to tertiary level, community artists, and those studying arts in education at various academic levels. The book explores what distinguishes the 'arts' in education and examines two educational philosophies regarding the purpose of the arts today. Drawing on Gert Biesta's work, it questions the relationship between the arts and society, envisioning the kind of future we desire. The second philosophical perspective, influenced by Deleuze and Guattari, delves into how art, artists, and the roles of the state and global capital shape art education. This text offers educators innovative ways to engage with various artistic disciplines, including art, music, dance, drama, and film studies. In a time when many educators seek to reaffirm the significance of the arts in education, the book provides valuable insights through case studies and in-depth arguments from leading academics in arts, philosophy, and education.
Double Standards and Constitutional Freedoms in the War on Terrorism
The book examines the aftermath of September 11, highlighting the detention of over 1,200 individuals by the U.S. government without charges. Cole, an award-winning author, critiques this approach as a troubling compromise of immigrants' liberties in the name of national security, raising important questions about civil rights and the balance between safety and freedom.