Researcher & Educator of Children's Tech, Media & Diversity — Wholistic Lifestyle Advocate
A week ago, I suggested using #CulivateOptimism to share positive or uplifting stories about working with children and families. Since I'm not the best at waiting or wallowing in negativity, the impatient/action-oriented part of me activated, and I started searching for stories that would inspire and motivate me. As I was looking, I noticed that many of my …
When I officially announced I was pursuing a Ph.D. at New Mexico State University, I received advice from mentors to prepare me for this adventure. I looked forward to beers with colleagues, extended conversations about theorists and research, and revelations about my place in academia. While these predictions have been a part of my experience …
"I'm weary of the ways of the world Be weary of the ways of the world I'm weary of the ways of the world" ~ Solange, "Weary" from Seat at the Table Between the recent shooting of a security guard by a police officer, the prom photo of high schoolers doing the Nazi salute, and …
If you've been following my blog post, you know I have advocated for the need for more diverse content children's interactive media. For the past year, I have connected with various individuals that include educators, scholars, app developers and media professionals who share a similar concern. Along with these discussions, posts in The Guardian, Joan Ganz Cooney …
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