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Getting Radical: Pedagogy, Philosophy, and the Roots of Education

Posted on 9 November 2022 by Dr Kevin Smith

What does it mean to teach—and learn—radically? In this post, I discuss how radical pedagogy invites us to dig beneath the surface of education, uncovering its roots in philosophy, justice and our shared responsibility to the Earth.

Listening to Pupils: Trust, Rights, and the Dangers of Dismissal

Posted on 12 November 2019 by Dr Kevin Smith

When adults assume children aren’t telling the truth, what happens to trust in schools? This post responds to recent controversy by exploring why listening to pupils isn’t just good practice—it’s a moral imperative. Drawing on Welsh research and the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child, it makes the case for safeguarding through empathy, respect and belief.