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Deepening Democratic Curriculum Work

Curriculum Studies Department, Kent State University, Kent, Ohio 44242; jhenders{at}kent.edu. He specializes in the relationship between curriculum theory, curriculum leadership, and reflective teaching

The longstanding argument between advocates of curriculum development and critical curriculum studies is examined from the perspective of democratic inquiry artistry. From this alternative vantage point, both advocacies possess certain strengths and limitations. A map of democratic inquiry artistry has been created to capitalize on the strengths of each position and to deepen democratic curriculum work. This map—an eclectic adaptation of seven ancient forms of inquiry—is designed to help educators negotiate the "terrain" of democratic wisdom, which is understood as a demanding professional challenge incorporating disciplined inquiry, democratic hermeneutics and human artistry. The daily enactment of democratic inquiry artistry can assist educational researchers by informing ethical-political decisions and by advancing the integration of the science and art of education.

Educational Researcher, Vol. 30, No. 9, 18-21 (2001)
DOI: 10.3102/0013189X030009018


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