Foucault is a prominent philosopher whose work is still relevant today. He rejected being labeled and is interpreted differently by different audiences. Foucault examined how subjects are objectified through dividing practices and systems of knowledge. He was influenced by Nietzsche and aimed to create a critical history and ontology of ourselves to analyze the constitution of human subjects and operation of power without prioritizing power or desire. Foucault's work has been applied in educational research in various ways by different scholars.