Research-practice partnerships in education: Critical leverages for change and ways forward

Abstract

In her timely paper, McGeown (2023) argues for a shift in research methodology to more collaborative approaches, such as Research-Practice Partnerships (RPPs). Through engaging a variety of stakeholders in research efforts, it is argued, we can start closing the infamous research-practice gap in education. I will respond to McGeown's (2023) paper by focusing on (1) a biased research infrastructure and (2) the importance of planning according to local conditions. In doing so, I will contribute to the picture of what needs to be changed, and possible ways to move forward.