DESCRIPTION

A thoughtful, intriguing conversation with Bob Kay, Philadelphia
psychiatrist and education activist, about the human capacity and
desire to learn, the limitations of the school system, and how we
might better educate and inspire the next generation.

A brief history of public education is discussed, as well as
homeschooling, unschooling, and other alternatives.

Using a variety of vintage archival educational films from the 1940s, 50s, and 60s, "Unschooling" explores some of the philosophical questions around compulsory public education, in a thought-provoking way, intended to spark conversation and discussion.

An editorial by Bob Kay :
http://www.homeeducator.com/FamilyTimes/articles/8-1article8.htm

Watch excerpts : [1] [2]

FYI
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Background on American public education :
pbs.org/kcet/publicschool/index.html
harpers.org/archive/2003/09/0079746

General information about homeschooling :
homeschool.com/
home-school.com/

General information about unschooling :
unschooling.com/
holtgws.com/
patfarenga.com/
sandradodd.com/unschooling
naturalchild.org/guest/earl_stevens.html

Other alternative education approaches :
openconnections.org/index.php
invitationaleducation.net/

PRODUCERS
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Artifact Pictures is a media production company specializing in documentary and animation. The company was founded by a talented group of film and video makers with the mission to create original, innovative media that makes a powerful impression, and contributes to our cultural dialogue.   For more information, please visit http://www.artifactpictures.com

CONTACT
For more information about the film or its makers, please contact info@artifactpictures.com

PURCHASE INFO
Unschooling will be available by spring of 2011 for purchase or digital download.  Please check back or contact us for more details.

TOTAL RUNNING TIME: 26:40
Produced in 2009