Knowledge, Experts and Accountability in School Governing Bodies
Helen Young
London South Bank University
Dr Helen Young is a Senior Lecturer in Education at London South Bank University (LSBU). She completed her PhD, 'Ambiguous Citizenship: Democratic practices and school governing bodies', at the Institute of Education (UCL) in 2014. Today's paper was one of those published from the PhD. She is currently exploring similar issues of democracy and citizenship in relation to 'student voice' in higher education. Helen has previously worked in formal and informal educational settings in Kenya and the UK, with a particular focus on citizenship, global perspectives and sustainability. http://www.lsbu.ac.uk/about-us/people/people-finder/dr-helen-young
Abstract
School governing bodies in England have considerable powers and responsibilities with regard to the education of pupils. This paper explores how power relations operate, within governing bodies, through struggles over which... [ view full abstract ]
Authors
- Helen Young (London South Bank University)
Topic Area
Completed Research
Session
S1G » Theatre Presentation (15:30 - Friday, 6th July, Windsor 4)
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