Exploring decolonizing the curriculum using Six Thinking Hats

Decolonizing physics is a scientific necessity often stalled by ‘competence anxiety’. By using the Six Thinking Hats framework, educators can navigate these challenging conversations with structure and safety.

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School of Mathematical and Physical Sciences, University of Sheffield, Sheffield, UK

Mears, M., Sala, B. & Wyllie, Z. Exploring decolonizing the curriculum using Six Thinking Hats. Nat Rev Phys (2026). https://doi.org/10.1038/s42254-026-00959-0

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