Alexandra (Ana) Kogl

Alexandra (Ana) Kogl, a political science professor at the University of Northern Iowa, delves into the intersection of joy and justice in education. She shares her journey of discovering joy in the classroom, countering the notion that learning must be a joyless experience. Kogl discusses innovative teaching methods that engage emotional authenticity, the societal pressures around masculinity and emotional numbness, and the vital role of compassion in fostering meaningful student interactions. Ultimately, she emphasizes the power of joy-centered pedagogy in creating transformative learning environments.