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Breaking down boundaries : voice and participation in English primary education

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Struthers, Alison E. C. (2016) Breaking down boundaries : voice and participation in English primary education. The International Journal of Children's Rights, 24 (2). pp. 434-468. doi:10.1163/15718182-02402011

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Abstract

Pupil voice and active participation form two central elements of international Human Rights Education (HRE) provisions. This article draws upon empirical research conducted in primary schools across England to gauge the nature and extent of these processes at classroom and school level and to better understand the reasons for apparent deficiencies in their practice. It argues that whilst there is good practice regarding both concepts, they are nevertheless constrained within tightly controlled boundaries. The underlying reasons for these constraints – including concerns about loss of control and reservations about the value and efficacy of school councils – are explored by drawing upon data from qualitative interviews with teachers. Suggestion is made that in order to break down the boundaries that currently restrict voice and participation, teachers need to become comfortable with the idea of rights respecting learning environments and this will only happen through the provision of HRE in their own teacher training.

Item Type: Journal Article
Subjects: J Political Science > JC Political theory
L Education > LB Theory and practice of education > LB1501 Primary Education
Divisions: Faculty of Social Sciences > School of Law
Library of Congress Subject Headings (LCSH): Elementary school teachers -- Interviews, Human rights, Student government
Journal or Publication Title: The International Journal of Children's Rights
Publisher: Brill - Nijhoff
ISSN: 0927-5568
Official Date: June 2016
Dates:
DateEvent
June 2016Published
1 April 2016Accepted
Volume: 24
Number: 2
Number of Pages: 46
Page Range: pp. 434-468
DOI: 10.1163/15718182-02402011
Status: Peer Reviewed
Publication Status: Published
Access rights to Published version: Restricted or Subscription Access

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