We spoke to Richard Day about his Doctorate of Education, this is what we found out!
The widely accepted interactions between expert and novice in which question-interpretation-response-interpretation and the uses of language combine to bring into being the candidate as teacher via a search to unveil a prescribed set of desirable teacher attributes or characteristics is problematic, especially taking into account their differing perspectives and experiences.
– Richard Day explaining his research interest
When asked about what drew Richard towards the topic of Teacher Education interviews, he explained that he was fascinated by examining concepts that many take for granted. By undertaking the challenging task of applying key theories of twentieth century thinkers to these concepts, he argues that the accepted teacher interview process is at its core problematic and dishonest.
The EdD exists to provide a supportive environment in which to intellectualise the familiar. Having multiple tutors and the chance to embark on the journey with a group of colleagues who quickly become friends has been most rewarding.
– Richard Day on York St John’s EdD programme
Richard is Head of Year for the first year of the Undergraduate Primary Education Degree. He teaches within the English Team and across the Professional Modules, as well as Art (his own degree) and Design Technology, and Creativity. You can access his staff profile here.
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