Research Bites: News Digest (October – December 2026)

Research Bites is your research news digest which aims to capture the diverse research happening in our faculty, collated from various media outlets. In this edition….


Written by Dr Bede Harris, this article in the Open Forum explores how citizenship education is about more than teaching students how government works. It also helps young people think about values, belonging, participation, and their role in society. The article highlights ongoing debates about which values schools should promote and how these shape ideas of citizenship. Rather than offering simple answers, Dr Bede Harris encourages open discussion about the kind of society we want to create together. For a deeper exploration of these important issues, read the full article.