معرفی
Lisa Farley is an Associate Professor in the Department of Education at York University, Canada. Her research bridges education, psychoanalysis, and childhood studies, focusing on how childhood memories shape teachers' approaches to equity and pedagogy.
- Research themes: nostalgia, social equity in education, technology's impact on childhood
- Collaborations with scholars across Canada and the U.S.
- Grants from SSHRC Canada for studies on teacher identity and systemic inequities
Research Interests
Farley examines how childhood recollections influence educators' perceptions of systemic issues like racism, classism, and transphobia in schools. She critiques idealized notions of childhood innocence and advocates for inclusive, equitable educational frameworks.
Key Findings
Her recent articles highlight nostalgia's role in obscuring historical and current inequalities. Topics include:
- Digital technologies and childhood development
- Teacher memories as tools for challenging school inequities
- Post-pandemic educational recovery strategies
Grants & Collaborations
Recipient of SSHRC Canada funding for collaborative projects on teacher education and childhood studies. Regularly works with researchers from Hunter College, Carleton University, and Concordia University.
