Talking about far-right nationalism in schools can feel daunting, yet many secondary teachers are increasingly encountering its influence through online content, political discourse and students' everyday experiences.
This webinar explores how philosophical enquiry can provide a thoughtful, balanced and educationally rigorous approach to engaging with these issues without shutting down discussion or amplifying harmful ideas.
Drawing on classroom practice and current research, the session explores both the opportunities and the risks of facilitating dialogue about identity, belonging, nationalism, democracy and extremism.
Participants will consider how to create the conditions for safe, intellectually challenging enquiry, recognise common facilitation pitfalls, and use carefully chosen questions and stimuli that encourage students to think critically, listen respectfully and challenge ideas rather than individuals.
Curriculum links:
- England: Supports Key Stage 3–4 spoken language outcomes in English, promoting reasoned discussion, critical thinking and respectful debate. Contributes to PSHE, Citizenship, SMSC, Equality Act duties, Prevent duty, safeguarding and personal development by equipping students to engage thoughtfully with complex social and political issues.
- Wales: Aligns with the Four Purposes by developing ethical, informed citizens who can evaluate different perspectives and participate respectfully in democratic dialogue. Supports Humanities, Health and Well-being, and Languages, Literacy and Communication through philosophical enquiry into identity, belonging, democracy and extremism.
Suitable for: secondary teachers (including ECTs and supply).
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