Brenda Keatch

Brenda Keatch is a Lecturer (Teaching and Scholarship) specializing in Education and Society. She serves as an External Examiner at the University of Aberdeen. Her research focuses on children's voices, ethical research methodologies in early childhood education, and the integration of play in learning environments. She has contributed to projects like Conceptualising Play (2022–2024), exploring playful research approaches and ethical frameworks.

Her work addresses global citizenship education in primary schools, emphasizing participatory approaches to curriculum design. Key research areas include child participation, qualitative research ethics, and innovative pedagogical strategies. Notable outputs include 2024 publications on play-based ethics and children’s agency, as well as earlier work on global citizenship in educational settings.

• Projects: Investigator on the Conceptualising Play project (2022–2024).
• Grants: No specific grants detailed, but active in collaborative research initiatives.
• Awards: None explicitly listed.

Brenda collaborates with institutions on public engagement activities, such as the Discovery Days 2019 event, demonstrating commitment to outreach and interdisciplinary dialogue.