Mordechai Gordon

Mordechai Gordon is a Professor of Education at Quinnipiac University's School of Law and Education. He holds a BA from Ohio University, MA from Duquesne University, MPhil and PhD from Columbia University's Teachers College. His academic focus centers on philosophy of education, existential thought, humor pedagogy, and democratic education theory. Courses taught include Social and Philosophical Foundations of Education, Research Methods in Education Studies, and Introduction to Teacher Research.

Dr. Gordon's research explores intersections between existential philosophy and education, emphasizing ethical dimensions of teaching, civic literacy in digital age, and historical figures like Hannah Arendt and John Dewey. He has published widely on topics such as educational responses to cultural wars, epistemological challenges in disinformation era, and constructivist pedagogical approaches. His work bridges philosophical inquiry with practical classroom strategies, advocating for critical thinking and moral development through educational practices.

Recent publications address contemporary issues including cancel culture's impact on education, self-doubt's role in learning, and humor's educational significance. His scholarship demonstrates commitment to fostering democratic values through innovative educational frameworks that address modern societal challenges.