CEDiR has five inter-connected Research Strands each led by core members of the group
Dialogic Theory and Research Methodology
This strand investigates the range of theories put forward to understand the processes connecting dialogue and learning as well as the interconnection between dialogue and the purposes and nature of education. In doing this we also aim to develop innovative methodological approaches that are dialogic in themselves.
Strand Leaders: Rupert Wegerif and Fiona Maine
Dialogue, Professional Change and Leadership
This strand focuses on professional learning and change in and through dialogue in organisational settings: schools, hospitals and beyond, addressing current challenges in the UK and globally, relating to policy, practice, theory and methodology.
Strand Leaders: Riikka Hofmann and Sue Swaffield.
Digital Technology and Dialogue
This strand focuses on the interaction between dialogue in educational settings and digital technologies. In doing so, we take a broad view of dialogue, and acknowledge the multi-modal affordances of technology for the mediation of discourse and how these may support new forms of interaction.
Strand Leaders: Louis Major and Sara Hennessy.
Classroom Dialogue
Theorists have been interested in the forms of classroom dialogue that are productive for student learning for several decades. Although a plethora of terminologies and methodological approaches abound, this strand seeks to identify common ground and to enhance practices that are productive for learning.
Strand Leaders: Ruth Kershner and Sara Hennessy.
Cultural, religious and philosophical traditions in educational dialogue
This strand focuses on the interaction of dialogue for educational purposes and religious, cultural and philosophical traditions in educational theory, institutions and practices. Within this broad remit, it has two focal threads: intra-tradition and inter-tradition.
Strand Leaders: Daniel Moulin-Stozek and Farah Ahmed
