NICER

National Institute for Christian Education Research

Our aim is to develop world-leading research in areas of interaction between Christianity, other worldviews and education.

At our institute, we seek to embody and enact the virtue of hospitality and welcome, through all aspects of our work.

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PROJECTS

Texts and Teachers
This project investigated supporting teachers in seven contrasting schools to teach RE more hermeneutical.

Faith In The Nexus
How do church primary schools facilitate opportunities for children’s exploration of faith and spiritual life in the home?

Science Religion Encounters
This project seeks to help beginning teachers of science and RE develop more collaborative relationships.

Teacher Education at Cathedrals Group Universities
This project sought to better understand teacher education with specific reference to the institution's Christian foundation.

Chaplains: Loss and Spiritual Resilience
This project is investigating chaplains and aspects of loss and suffering caused by Covid-19 to year 7 pupils.

Flourishing Schools
This section provides a way into a program of development for Christian schooling, informed by the insights of many schools, their teachers, pupils and leaders.

BLOG POSTS

Dr John Shortt: A Tribute (5.5.1944-7.4.2022)
Wednesday April 20, 2022

An Academic Life in Christian Education The Undergraduate Essay Buried in my files at the back of a cupboard I have found an essay written in 1974 by my friend […]

Inaugural Lecture: Religious Education for a time of existential threat”
Monday March 14, 2022

The Vice-Chancellor, Professor Rama Thirunamachandran has pleasure in inviting you to attend the Inaugural Lecture of Dr Bob Bowie,  Professor of Education and Director of the NICER University Research Centre “Religious Education for a time of existential threat” at Canterbury Christ Church University, Longport, Canterbury on  Wednesday 11th May 2022 at 6pm […]

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