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Recent(ish) publications concerning Religious Education in Scotland
Members might like to know what RE research (concerning RME in Scotland) has been published in recent years. Some of these papers are freely accessible, but some are behind a paywall. You might find a ‘pre-print’ version of any paper you are interested in at the institutional repository of the author. We will update this…
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To what extent should RME teachers engage with research in RE?
There are countless ways to answer this question. At first glance it might seem like a workload issue: teachers simply don’t have time to engage much with research. Some see opportunities for viable engagement with research through forms of practitioner enquiry: teachers forming data as part of their professional practice. Shouldn’t we admit, though, that…
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Summary of STARME Response to RME + RO Consultation by Scottish Government – January 2025
We’ve taken your concerns to the Scottish Government! STARME members shared their experiences and insights on the proposed changes to RE and RO legislation, and our committee met directly with government officials to discuss our findings. Discover the key points from our submission and how we’re advocating for a better future for RME.
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An Update on STARME’s First Year – Notes from the AGM
Report from the Scottish Teachers Association of RME (STARME) AGM – 24th August 2023 Chaired by Stuart McKinlay Our first Annual General Meeting since our formation in 2022. This first year has been a year of making connections and building our initial presence. We have met with and formed working relationships with educational bodies; such…
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STARME Newsletter – June 2023
Welcome to our latest edition of our Newsletter! Note from Chair As we reach the end of term, no doubt everyone is also feeling like we have had the busiest year this year and for STARME it is no different. In our first year we have been setting out the groundwork for our association to…
