S2 E1: Throwing Out the Playbook: A Recap of the 2021 ABLE Conversation

In this episode of Why Change? Jeff introduces a new episode format - an event recap! Creative Generation’s Jordan Campbell shares insights gained at the 2021 ABLE Conversation: Anti-Ableism, Representation, and Accessibility in Arts Education. Hear from keynote speakers Rebecca Cokley and Gaelynn Lea, along with learnings from attendees, to experience this event, just like you were there!

In this episode you’ll learn:

  1. How and why arts education is a central component of the disability rights movement;

  2. The role of arts educators in meeting the learning needs of students with disabilities; and 

  3. Why we should throw out our current playbook.


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ABOUT THE ABLE CONVERSATION

The ABLE Conversation symposium is an exceptional professional development opportunity in the field of arts education and special needs, bringing together educators, artists, researchers, policymakers, school administrators, program administrators, and students to share best practices, explore new research, and learn from each other. The symposium includes presentations, performances, and opportunities for facilitated discussion. We aim to move the conversation in the field forward.


This episode of Why Change? A Podcast for the Creative Generation was powered by Creative Generation. It was produced by Jordan Campbell. Executive Producer is Jeff M. Poulin. The Digital Media Producer is Daniel Stanley. Artworks by Bridget Woodbury. The music for this podcast is by Distant Cousins.