Episode: Welcome to a very special episode of Politics and Pedagogy where we are launching the The Academic Scholarship in Politics and International Relations Education Network or ASPIRE Network. ASPIRE is dedicated to supporting academics on the teaching intensive career path within Politics and International Relations. The networks core aim is to empower members to navigate their careers more effectively, while also fostering the development of Scholarship of Teaching and Learning.

Sign up for our in person launch: Monday 9th June at Kings College London

Sign up for our online launching and meeting: Tuesday 9th September

If you need funding to attend the launch event email us: [email protected]

Bluesky: @aspirenetwork.bsky.social

Guests: Dr Jeremy Moulton, Senior Lecturer at the University of York. Dr Jillian Terry, Associate Professor at London School of Economics. Dr M., Sudhir Selvaraj, University of Bradford. Dr Hillary Briffa, Senior Lecturer at Kings College London,

Show Notes:

Elliot, C. et al (2025) The joy of the teaching track: Learning and Teaching in Politics and International Studies, Politics

Active Learning in Politics Blog

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