Familiar Questions, New Perspective? – Actor-Network Theory in Educational Research
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This paper presents Tara Fenwick and Richard Edwards’ 2010 book Actor-Network Theory in Education, which discusses the possibilities of applying Actor-Network Theory (ANT) in educational research and is widely regarded as a highly significant work in this field. The article outlines the structure of the book and the key themes addressed by the authors, with particular focus on teaching and learning processes examined through the lens of Actor-Network Theory, as well as on the methodological and theoretical implications for educational research. The review concludes by reflecting on the theoretical strengths and limitations of the work, and by situating it within the broader context of technological and social changes that have taken place since its publication in 2010.
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