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So Deeply Embedded: Using Inquiry to Understand the Influence of Popular Media in the Classroom

Authors

• • Christa Boske
  • Kent State University
• • Susan McCormack
  • University of Houston-Clear Lake

Abstract

This inquiry originated with discussions among a group of colleagues’ after viewing Happy Feet, a Warner Brothers film released in November 2006. This film, like many other animated films aimed at preschool and school-aged children, contained hidden messages.

Keywords: educators, preservice teachers, school, leaders, popular media, critical inquiry, universities, literacy

How to Cite: Boske, C. & McCormack, S. (2008) “So Deeply Embedded: Using Inquiry to Understand the Influence of Popular Media in the Classroom”, Educational Considerations. 36(1).