University of Helsinki
VISLU Friendly Images as Education
During the first weeks of this year VISLU research has focused on grasping the ontology and epistemology of visual research. We have been occupied with visual research methods and visual methodologies. We have communicated on research ethics, talking through the set of considerations when collecting and analyzing data, and recognized that the set of ethical considerations on research outcomes and their presentation needs another framing.
The first look at the data reveals that the visuals perform Friendly images. Warmth and empathy in education are the main themes pictured. Emotional meaning making, inclusivity and diversity, social justice, imagination and creativity also appear as central themes.
Whether the images are shared in media, social platforms, teaching materials, documentaries, or through art, the Friendly images deal with connection and solidarity in education.
February 14th.