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Dr. Adam Schmitt is a Professor in the Department of Education and Department of History at the University of Southern Maine (USM). He teaches courses such as Education, Schooling, and Democracy, Secondary Social Studies Methods, and Race in American Schooling. As a former middle school social studies teacher, he now focuses on teacher education and critical history pedagogy.
- PhD in Curriculum, Instruction, and Teacher Education from Michigan State University
- MA in Teaching and Curriculum from Michigan State University
- BA in History/Secondary Education from University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign
Dr. Schmitt’s research explores how identity influences historical understanding, public memory, and curriculum design. He investigates intersections between classroom education and external spaces like museums, emphasizing critical theory in history pedagogy. His work addresses decolonizing educational practices, textbook representations, and emotional engagement in learning.
His recent publications analyze themes such as labor history commemoration, decolonizing classroom management, Indigenous rights in media, and Reconstruction-era pedagogy. These works highlight his commitment to uncovering marginalized narratives and fostering critical dialogue in education.
Key topics in his research include historical memory, trauma-informed pedagogy, and the role of democracy in schooling. He actively contributes to academic discourse through edited volumes and peer-reviewed journals, focusing on equity and representation in educational materials.
