INPE Doctoral Colloquium 2023
An online colloquium for doctoral and early career researchers organized by the International Network of Philosophers of Education.
Education for a better future? Theory, practice, and social justice
Education, particularly education tied to issues of social justice, is often charged with the responsibility of creating a better future, one that is sensitive to historical injustices and responsive to present circumstances. This future-oriented account of education has been criticised for potentially instrumentalising the complex work of educators. Yet, the immediacy of social injustices persist, from structural marginalisation and abuse, to climate breakdown and ecological collapse. What is education to do? Several questions arise in this context, including:
How can education respond to historical and contemporary injustices?
What opportunities and challenges exist for educators and students in responding to the past in the context of present circumstances?
What future(s), if any, should education aspire to? How can these be achieved?
What roles can educational theory and practice play in navigating these questions?
The International Network of Philosophers of Education (INPE) is hosting an online colloquium on Friday 18 August 2023 to explore these issues. The colloquium is aimed at doctoral and early career researchers in particular. As such, papers (15-20 mins each) will take the form of work-in progress presentations, with an emphasis on collegial feedback and conversation.
While this event is hosted by INPE, presentations will address the colloquium theme from a variety of disciplinary perspectives and approaches.
The colloquium is free of charge.
Delegates will receive a certificate of participation for their attendance.
Invited keynote speaker
Prof. Sarah Stitzlein.
Professor of Education and Affiliate Professor of Philosophy, University of Cincinnati, USA.
Prof. Stitzlein's keynote is entitled 'Hope, Education, and the Future of Democracy.'
Schedule for the day
The schedule for the day is available for download here. Times are given in UK British Summer Time (BST)
Registration
Registration is now closed.
Inquiries can be sent to Seán Henry at sean.henry@edgehill.ac.uk