Making a Difference in Theory

This collection examines the significance of educational theory and its evolving roles in research and practice, as highlighted in Making a Difference in Theory.

This edited collection delves into the contextual presence of theory, exploring the practices involved in theoretical work and reflecting on future agendas for theory. Contributors from various parts of the globe present a diverse range of perspectives on the significance and utility of educational theory. The discussions aim to illuminate the multifaceted roles that theory can play in educational research and practice, offering insights that are both historical and contemporary.

Making a Difference in Theory assembles original contributions from an international array of authors, each addressing the complexities surrounding the roles of theory in the educational landscape. The book emphasizes the varying functions that theory has held, can hold, and should hold, encouraging readers to contemplate the implications of these roles within educational contexts. It raises critical questions about the existence of uniquely educational forms of theorizing and theory.

Through a dual engagement with the theory question in education and the educational question in theory, this collection provides valuable insights into the essence of theory in educational research. With contributions from esteemed scholars in the field, Making a Difference in Theory serves as a crucial resource for academics, researchers, and postgraduate students seeking to deepen their understanding of educational theory and its application in practice.