SIG 09 Phenomenography and Variation Theory

Coordinators

Ann-Sofie Jägerskog

Stockholm University, Sweden

SIG Coordinator

ann-sofie.jagerskog@hsd.su.se

Malin Tväråna

Uppsala University, Sweden

SIG Coordinator

malin.tvarana@edu.uu.se

William Zoppellini

SIG JURE Coordinator

william.zoppellini@hotmail.co.uk

Mission Statement

SIG 9 Phenomenography and Variation Theory bring together researchers whose research interests lie in learning, teaching, socialization, educational planning and other areas, in different contexts and disciplines. The particular perspective developed focuses on a relational approach to knowledge formation, with emphasis on qualitatively different conceptions of a subject matter and the agency of the learner. Research on Phenomenography has provided descriptions and explanations of how the individual relates to the surrounding world and has led to important knowledge concerning the relation between the agency of the learner and the situation. The knowledge originated from Phenomenography and Variation Theory has formed the base for further description and explanation of this relation in different research fields, including constituting the development of research methods.

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People who are interested in contributing to the next newsletter should contact the Coordinators Malin Tväråna, Ann-Sofie Jägerskog and William Zoppellini.

SIG 9 Conferences & Events

SIG 9 Pre Conference Day 2025

Date 24th of August, 2025
Venue Grand Hotel Wiesler, Graz, Austria
Arrival/Welcome from: 09:00
Start of day: 09:30 - End of day: 16:00

Schedule:

Morning Session: A focus on methodology discussions concerning Critical Aspects. This session will continue the discussions initiated at the SIG 9 conference in Uppsala, 2024.

Afternoon Session: Discussion of a proposal for a special issue. Opportunity to discuss works in progress: Presentations, paper drafts, and ongoing projects seeking feedback or potential collaborations.

Action Required from Attendees:

1. Morning Session Contributions: Please email questions or topics related to Critical Aspects you would like to discuss via email to: Malin Tväråna: malin.tvarana@edu.uu.se

2. Afternoon Session Participation: If you wish to present paper drafts, discuss project ideas, or propose workshop topics please notify us by sending details via email to: Malin Tväråna: malin.tvarana@edu.uu.se

3. Registration: Confirm attendance and provide dietary preferences via the registration form: Registration Link - Deadline: June 30, 2025

Please note: The pre-conference day is free of charge and includes lunch, along with coffee breaks in the morning and afternoon.

FUTURE CONFERENCE

SIG 9 Conference 2026

Theme: TBC
Date: TBC
Place: TBC

Details of the next SIG 9 conference in 2026 will be announced during the EARLI conference in 2025.

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PAST CONFERENCES

SIG 9 Conference 2024

Theme: Phenomenography and variation theory – the core, the diversity and the potential
Date: 21st - 23rd of August, 2024
Place: Uppsala University, Sweden
Conference Website

Thank you to attendees and presenters at the 2024 conference in Uppsala. The conference brought together researchers, teachers, and scholars representing 10 countries across 4 continents and included presentations, space for collaboration and a workshop for PhD students. Our next conference will be in 2026 and we will announce details in August 2025.

SIG 9 Conference 2022

Theme: Phenomenography and Variation Theory in Practice
Date: 24th - 26th of August, 2022
Place: Stockholm University, Sweden

Thank you to attendees and presenters at the 2022 conference in Stockholm. The conference brought together researchers representing 12 countries and included presentations, space for collaboration and a workshop for PhD students. Our next conference will be in 2024 and we will announce details in August 2023.