Personal profile
As Programme Leader for the Education Studies Undergraduate programme, I am committed to supporting students in achieving their full potential. With a strong passion for education, I strive to create a positive and inclusive learning environment, ensuring each student is empowered to succeed. My approach focuses on providing tailored guidance, fostering critical thinking, and encouraging personal growth. I am dedicated to continuous improvement and to shaping future educators who are well-prepared to make meaningful contributions in the field of education.
Research group affiliations
Education Studies
Research interests/expertise
My research interests lie at the intersection of alternative education, neurodiversity, and adaptive teaching and learning strategies. I am particularly focused on exploring how meta-learning and cognitive science can enhance educational practices, especially for neurodivergent learners. Functional language and its role in learning, alongside the concept of aphantasia, form key components of my inquiry, as I investigate how these areas impact memory, learning, and student engagement. Through my research, I aim to develop innovative and inclusive teaching approaches that cater to diverse learning needs, fostering environments where all students can thrive.
Areas of teaching
My areas of teaching include the history of education, theory of education, and Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) with a focus on neurodiversity. Through these subjects, I aim to provide students with a deep understanding of the educational landscape and the importance of inclusive practices in supporting diverse learners.
Qualifications
My qualifications include a BA in History, an MA in History, a PGCE, and recognition as a Senior HE Fellow. These qualifications underpin my commitment to high-quality teaching and educational leadership, enabling me to support and inspire students effectively in their academic journeys.
Honours and awards
- Teaching Staff Excellence Award, May 2021
For outstanding contributions to student support and innovative teaching practices.
- Senior HE Fellow, November 2024
For sustained impact and leadership in teaching and learning within higher education.
- Presenter, Transformations in Learning and Teaching Conference, July 2024
Presented on the role of AI in Adaptive Learning and its potential to enhance inclusive educational practices.
Leading initiatives on Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion, fostering an inclusive environment for students and staff.
- Module Leader, History of Education and Theory of Education, 2024–Present
Overseeing curriculum development and delivery of key modules within the Education Studies programme.
Membership of professional associations and societies
Senior HE Fellow