(Re)shaping the Future of Research in Further Education: Opportunities, barriers and beyond

CHRISTINA DONOVAN; Debbie Bogard; Joyce Chen

(Re)shaping the Future of Research in Further Education: Opportunities, barriers and beyond

CHRISTINA DONOVAN^* (Editor)
, Debbie Bogard (Editor)
, Joyce Chen (Editor)

^*Corresponding author for this work

Capital City College Group
College of West Anglia

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Abstract

This issue, guest edited by Joyce I-Hui Chen, Debbie Bogard and Christina Donovan, illuminates the transformative power of research in further education (FE) from all four nations of the UK, challenging this area’s historical invisibility and institutional constraints. From collaborative inquiry to sustainability and social justice, this themed special section shows how research-driven innovation can empower educators, bridge sector gaps and strengthen FE’s professional identity. The articles advocate for inclusive, grassroots-led scholarship that amplifies learner voices, enhances professional development and reshapes sector-wide narratives.

Original language	English
Pages	14
Number of pages	28
No.	163
Specialist publication	BERA Research Intelligence
Publisher	BERA
Publication status	Published - 30 May 2025

Keywords

further education
research
practitioner research

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