June 2, 2025
In today’s complex world, teacher educators face an important question: how to prepare pre-service teachers for their work in a way that is sustainable both for […]
May 26, 2025
I have been researching sexuality and gender diversity in Finnish education for over 30 years and have found that the situation has improved over time, although […]
May 6, 2025
This blog explores the evolving role of teacher educators (TEs) as both architects and advocates of equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) within teacher education. In contexts like Ireland, national education policy mandates the integration of global citizenship education (GCE) into teacher preparation programmes.
May 6, 2025
Equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) are foundational to building a just and progressive education system. In Ireland, initial teacher education (ITE) is positioned within a supportive legislative and policy framework, offering fertile ground for transformative EDI work. This piece explores the policies shaping EDI in Irish ITE and the pivotal role of teacher educators (TEs) in translating these ideals into practice.