New Jersey English Journal
Document Type
Article
Abstract
The purpose of this paper is to examine joy in English Language Arts (ELA) as a form of resistance. Drawing inspiration from the soulful tunes of Maze, particularly Frankie Beverly's compositions, the narrative delves into the duality of joy and pain as a recurring theme in black culture. Grounded in personal reflections on familial experiences, the exploration expands to encompass the transformative frameworks of influential educators and scholars: bell hooks, Gholdy Muhammad, and Cynthia Dillard. This paper examines how joy becomes a deliberate act of resistance against oppressive educational norms by analyzing their perspectives.
Recommended Citation
Harris, Alanna
(2024)
"“Joy and Pain” Strategies for Transformative Learning in the English Language Arts Curriculum,"
New Jersey English Journal: Vol. 13, Article 8.
Available at:
https://digitalcommons.montclair.edu/nj-english-journal/vol13/iss2024/8