Teaching regions: do we need a regional pedagogy or a pedagogy of regions?

Regional Studies 2026 Open access

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Authors: Stefania Fiorentino, John Harrison, Michiel van Meeteren, Tine Béneker, Dan Whittall, Kerstin Julia Schaefer
DOI: 10.1080/00343404.2026.2622453
Cited by: 1
References: 67

Abstract

This paper opens the first-ever debate about pedagogies and curricula in regional studies. It does this from four perspectives: how regional studies creates powerful knowledge; how regional thinking can be embedded within school education and curriculum design; the provision training to the next generation of regional scholars; and the potential impacts of artificial intelligence (AI) in teaching and assessing regional studies. We conclude with a reflection on whether we need a regional pedagogy or a pedagogy of regions, and inviting others to engage in debate about pedagogies and curricula in regional studies.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Regional Development and Policy Rural development and sustainability Geography Education and Pedagogy

Publication details

Journal / source
Regional Studies
Publisher
Informa UK Limited
Volume
60
Issue
1
Publication date
26 February 2026
Language
EN