Online Research Seminar: Navigating identity & self-worth through an ‘othering’ milieu: chequered journey of an ‘alien’ academic in higher education
This session was the last of our monthly online seminar sessions for the TN for 2024/25. It was led on this occasion by TN member Kalpana Vijayavarathan-R Dean of the School of Education in the University of the Faroes. Abstract: The academic environment, often marked by exclusionary practices, can be examined through the lenses of racial and hierarchical microaggressions. The author's experience of being ‘othered’ in professional and cultural encounters highlights the challenges of navigating workplace dynamics while confronting alienation shaped by several factors. Through a process of negotiating perspectives, the journey toward self-acceptance emerges as a central theme. In this complex landscape, the resilience of immigrants plays a crucial role in fostering both self-empowerment and a sense of belonging.
TN Monthly Online Research Seminar
The TN for Teacher Education for Social Justice and Diversity held its monthly online research seminar on Monday 3rd of March 2025. On this occasion, the session was led by long-term TN member Dr Gregor Maxwell and his colleagues from UiT, Norway exploring the intersection of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Arctic Education.
This event featured two key presentations:
An overview of AI initiatives at UiT The Arctic University of Norway, highlighting their innovative approaches in integrating AI into educational practices.
Insights from Merete Saus on the application of AI in pedagogical education programmes at UiT, discussing practical experiences and potential impacts on teacher preparation programs.
This webinar aimed to foster dialogue on the role of AI in shaping educational landscapes in Arctic regions, addressing both opportunities and challenges in this rapidly evolving field.
The Thematic Network for Teacher Education for Social Justice and Diversity Monthly Online Seminar
The Thematic Network for Teacher Education for Social Justice and Diversity Monthly Online Seminar was held on Wednesday, 12th of February 2025. On this occasion, the session was led by Professor Timothy Jester of University of Alaska Anchorage (UAA) presenting on his recent research focusing on an innovative teacher preparation programme in remote and rural communities in Alaska. Title: Addressing Teacher Retention in Rural Schools: A Place-based, Experientially Learning Approach
