Our Revolutionary Approach

At HumanityEd, we're transforming education by bringing hard history to light and leveraging the power of storytelling. Our curriculum empowers educators and parents to inspire the next generation of compassionate, critically-thinking citizens.

The HumanityED Framework

Introducing HumanityEd's QUEST Framework: Questioning, Understanding, Exploring Shared Truths

At HumanityEd, we believe in the power of history to transform minds and shape futures. Our QUEST Framework is designed to guide learners, educators, and parents through a journey of discovery, reflection, and empowerment. By embracing the complexities of our shared past, we prepare the next generation to build a more informed, empathetic, and just world.

Historical Wholeness™: We present a complete, unfiltered view of the past, addressing all aspects of human history - including the most difficult topics. By exploring diverse voices and untold narratives, learners gain a comprehensive understanding of our shared past, with all its triumphs and tragedies. You'll guide students through challenging historical lessons without sugarcoating, helping them connect these raw, honest stories to their own lives and communities.

Humanity-Ethic™: This approach empowers students to explore the full spectrum of human experience through history. Our lessons encourage learners to confront and contemplate the complexities of human actions and their consequences. By guiding students through various historical scenarios, they consider multiple perspectives and tackle moral dilemmas from the past and present, fostering a deeper understanding of our shared humanity.

Heart-Mind Fusion™: This pillar integrates historical learning with social-emotional development, fostering deep connections to the past. Students engage both intellectually and emotionally, gaining a more comprehensive understanding of history through resonant narratives. By bridging emotional insights and critical thinking, this framework supports the development of key social-emotional skills such as empathy, self-awareness, and ethical reasoning.

Socratic Inquiry™: We foster critical thinking and reflective learning through thought-provoking discussions. Our resources provide carefully crafted questions that encourage students to dig deeper, challenge assumptions, and develop informed opinions. Whether in a classroom or at home, you'll facilitate discussions that ignite curiosity and promote analytical skills.

Narrative Mastery™: Our curriculum is enriched by the exceptional storytelling skills of Jermaine Fowler and our partners. No other platform combines the expertise of professional curriculum designers with decades of classroom experience and the writing talent of an award-winning narrator and New York Times bestselling author. Our narrative-driven approach brings history to life in an engaging, immersive way.

Civic Catalyst™: This pillar nurtures informed, active citizenship for a better world. We provide tools and strategies to inspire civic engagement, from the classroom to the living room. You'll help learners understand their role in shaping society and empower them to take meaningful action in their communities, fostering a sense of responsibility and agency.

Through the QUEST Framework, HumanityEd invites learners to go on a transformative journey through history. By questioning established narratives, understanding diverse perspectives, exploring shared truths, and connecting past to present, we empower the next generation to create a more just and compassionate future.

“HumanityEd doesn't just teach—it transforms. You'll see your students and children connect with diverse stories and perspectives in ways you never thought possible.”

Experience a New Era in History Education

Whether you're a teacher or a parent, HumanityEd equips you with the tools to reinvent social studies education. Together, we'll engage learners with diverse and often neglected histories, preparing them to become knowledgeable, compassionate citizens ready to make a difference.

What We Offer

  • Engaging Educational Materials: Dive into our in-depth lesson plans, comprehensive units, primary sources, and innovative teaching strategies for history, civics, government, and humanities.

  • Standards-Aligned Content: Rest easy knowing our materials meet NCSS standards and Common Core requirements.

  • Exceptional Professional Development: Teachers, elevate your skills with our top-notch training opportunities.

  • Improved Outcomes: Watch academic performance soar as student engagement reaches new heights.

Our Teaching Philosophy

At HumanityED, you're not just teaching or learning history—you're connecting with the human experience. We highlight shared stories, struggles, and triumphs across time and place, making history relatable and relevant. By focusing on personal connections and real-world impacts, we foster deep empathy and understanding.

Our approach stands out because we prioritize the untold stories and marginalized voices often missing from traditional education. This dedication to inclusivity and truth-telling ensures that you're providing a more comprehensive and honest education, preparing learners to engage with the world thoughtfully and compassionately.

Who We Are

Jermaine Fowler is the founder of HumanityEd and a passionate advocate for inclusive history education. With over 10 years of experience as a public historian, educator, and bestselling author, Jermaine has received numerous awards and accolades for his storytelling. Committed to uncovering overlooked histories and bringing hard truths to light, Jermaine uses his expertise to create engaging and impactful educational resources. His work aims to inspire students to see beyond traditional narratives and connect deeply with the diverse experiences that have shaped our world.

Melissa Hodgson brings 27 years of experience working in schools as a history teacher, curriculum supervisor, and academic dean to HumanityED. Earning her M.Ed. in Educational Leadership at Saint Peter’s University, Melissa studied school reform and project-based learning approaches. This experience, and an equity lens, shaped Melissa’s work in schools: she is committed to students’ academic excellence in social studies, critical thinking, and inquiry skills. Melissa works as the curriculum architect at HumanityED.

Ready to teach HumanityED? Reach out to team@humanityed.org