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Dr Janet Orchard is an Associate Professor in Philosophy and Religion in Teacher Education at the School of Education, University of Bristol. She holds a MA (Cantab), PGCE, and PhD. Her work focuses on integrating philosophical inquiry into teacher education, particularly addressing ethics, religious literacy, and global perspectives. She explores topics such as moral education, interfaith dialogue, and the role of religion in fostering community cohesion. Her research engages with post-colonial critiques, climate change ethics, and justice-oriented educational practices.
Education Background:
- MA (Cantab)
- PGCE
- PhD
Research Interests: Janet’s scholarship bridges philosophy of education with practical teacher training. She investigates how philosophical frameworks can enhance ethical decision-making in teaching, promote equity in religious education, and address contemporary challenges like climate change and global inequality. Her work emphasizes international collaborations, such as partnerships between universities and schools to adapt to policy changes.
Publications Trends: Her articles reflect a focus on global educational challenges, emphasizing intercultural dialogue, teacher resilience amid policy shifts, and the ethical implications of educational practices. Recent work explores the role of arts and film in fostering critical reflection on race and religion.
Professional Contributions: Janet collaborates on initiatives like the ‘Shared Space’ model for inter-religious education and leads projects on teacher recruitment strategies. She advocates for justice-oriented internationalization in higher education and has contributed to debates on religious literacy in schools.
Labs/Teams: Engaged with the School of Education’s research clusters on ethics in education, global teacher development, and policy analysis.
