Trace Taylor, MLA
Phi Kappa Phi, Φ Κ Φ; Omicron Delta Kappa, Ο Δ Κ
Interdisciplinary Studies Curriculum & Instruction PhD program, USF
Socratic Method, Multiple Intelligence Theory, Multiple Learning Styles Theory, Universal Design Learning (UDL), Neurodivergent Thinking, Quantum Transcendence Intention, Interdisciplinary Studies: inclusive organic, dynamic curricula and instruction for dynamic, organic learners at every age and academic level. It’s that simple.
Paulo Freire made it clear; learning happens best when learners are organized around related, relevant topics and organize themselves and their actions around these topics. My job is to teach people to think critically and organize themselves into critical action.
Numerous studies show increased student choice, freedom of expression (voice), and involvement increase learner engagement, motivation, investment, all of which amp up students’ LOVE of learning, and this leads to more academic success and achievement and a sense of contribution and self-confidence. Most noted and respected educators around the world and their research say so. My own personal experience as a neurodivergent thinker and learner says so. My professional practice, experience, and field research say so.
Education-Focused Qualitative Arts-Based Research
A Trace Taylor-Charles Vanover qualitative arts-based research film of a play Vanover scripted from his ethnographic interviews at an urban public school in Chicago, a play directed by Bob Devon Jones and first performed at Studio@620 in St, Petersburg, Florida.
“Trace told me several times, ‘I don’t want to change your words. I want to make sure that what we are doing here is your voice.’ This is very significant, especially when a second language learner is trying to express their words, and they don’t know how.”
English Language Learners
“My job as an instructor is not to teach someone how to say what I think they’re trying to say. It’s to teach them how to figure out for themselves what they want to say and how they want to say it” (Taylor, 2025).
