Aesthetic and embodied learning for democracy
Welcome to the AECED Project Website
Democracy isn’t simply a technical process that involves you learning about its history, principles, rules and institutions. Democracy is a way of governing and a way of relating to each other that is a here-and-now experience.
About AECED
Discover our mission to enhance education and promote democratic values through research and collaboration.
AECED Video Guide
Wondering what we mean by aesthetic and embodied learning for democracy? Watch this video guide for an explanation.
AECED Resources
Explore our wide range of resources designed to support educators and foster democratic principles in education.
Democracy
Learn about our efforts to advance democracy through educational initiatives and collaborative projects.
Pedagogy
Understand our innovative approaches to pedagogy that encourage critical thinking and active citizenship.
AECED Blog
Stay updated with our latest insights, research findings, and stories from the field on our blog.
Latest from the AECED Project Blog
IHEC Conference Ankara, 17-19 October 2025
The International Conference with the title “The Future of Higher Education in an Age of Uncertainty” addressed many relevant topics of changes in the research and practice field of higher education studies. Academics, students, civil society representatives, and Turkish policymakers joined the discussions.
Sensing Democracy through a Multi-Scape Journey
The “Sensing Democracy through a Multi-Scape Journey” workshop at the 66th International Scientific Conference of Riga Technical University aimed to offer participants not only a space to discuss democratic values, but also to feel them through emotions and the senses.
ECER 2025: Reflections from the AECED Project
As part of ECER 2025, AECED colleagues and sister project partners Democrat and Critical Change Lab led workshops and shared multi-cross case analysis strategies in qualitative research. This blog comprises reflections from five members of the AECED team.
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