Philosophy, Values, Ethics, & World Views

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About the theme

The Philosophy, Values, Ethics, and Worldviews theme focuses on the ‘big questions’ facing education and our communities today, through research, knowledge exchange, and teaching. It aims to engage communities in the ethical, political, and democratic questions needed for educational and other social settings to thrive. Our theme invites young people, partners, and practitioners to imagine other ways of relating to each other, to put into action a better future for education and the world. The themes activities are committed to practices that support equity, diversity, inclusion, and civic participation.

Current projects

Staff working under this theme are engaging in research and/or knowledge exchange related to:

EDI: rethinking purpose, policy, and practice
Digital technology, AI, and ethics
The relationship between worldviews and education
Public pedagogy, art, media, and culture

Events

Faculty of Education Interdisciplinary Seminar Series

Partnerships and Sponsors

We currently work in partnership with:

BERA
Culham St Gabriels Trust
Faith and Belief Forum
Philosophy of Education Society of Great Britain
Staff working under this theme are keen to explore mutual areas of interest with local schools, colleges, businesses, arts- and sports-focused organisations, charities, and faith-based groups.

Theme Leads

Research Lead: Dr Naomi Hodgson, Reader in educational Philosophy and Theory

Visiting Professor, KU Leuven; co-lead of the Culture and Upbringing Studies Research Group

Knowledge Exchange Lead: Dr Seán Henry Senior Lecturer in Education and Cultural Studies