CERC is pleased to announce an upcoming seminar on May 8th, 2025, featuring Professor Michele Schweisfurth, a leading scholar in the field of international and comparative education. In this session, Professor Schweisfurth will explore the complex relationships between pedagogy and its local, national, and global contexts, raising fundamental questions about the role of pedagogy in shaping education’s broader purposes.

Drawing on over 25 years of research—particularly, though not exclusively, in Global South contexts—she will examine different ways of conceptualising teaching practice. These range from the nuanced concept of the “pedagogical nexus” (Hufton & Elliott, 2010; Schweisfurth & Elliott, 2019) to the growing reliance on evidence-based “best practice” prescriptions. The presentation will also share insights from her forthcoming book, Schweisfurth 2025, offering fresh perspectives on current pedagogical debates.

This seminar will be of particular interest to educators, researchers, and policymakers seeking to better understand the cultural, ethical, and political dimensions of pedagogy in today’s interconnected world. Please refer to the detailed information in the poster to join. All are welcome!