Wendy Cobb, Senior Lecturer in the School of Teacher Education and Development and Bea Stevenson, Head of Emotional Health at School at Family Links, discuss the need to encourage and establish a foundational change in the education system that positions mental health at the heart of all teaching and learning.
Category: Education
One thousand headteachers march on Downing Street – it’s time to listen
Dr Alison Body discusses today’s headteachers rally in central London to demand extra funding for schools.
- September, 28
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- Education, Uncategorised
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Are you a Sven or a Gareth?
As the country enjoys England’s success in the World Cup, Keith Saunders in the School of Teacher Education and Development, gives his perspective on teaching and mentoring and asks, are you a Sven or a Gareth?
We need more female role models in sport to inspire the next generation
Academics from Childhood and Education Sciences and Sport and Exercise Science explain why the visibility of women in sport at all levels is essential to inspire females to continue with physical activity.
The art of looking after our children’s health and wellbeing
Emily Lau, Senior Lecturer in the Faculty of Education, explains the importance of using the Arts to help children express their emotions and support wellbeing.
Everyone remembers a good teacher
On Teacher Appreciation Day Kerry Jordan-Daus explains how the Faculty of Education is saying ‘thank you’ to our alumni and teachers.
Why I won’t be Lighting It Up Blue for World Autism Awareness Day
Dr Claire E. Hughes, Principal Lecturer and Faculty Director of Special Education Needs and Inclusion, explains why autism should be celebrated and appreciated, not cured.
Integrating communities through the arts
Dr Jonathan Barnes and Alex Ntung explore how activities such as dance, drama and art can help migrant children regain confidence and trust and lead to successful integration.
- March, 21
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- Art, Education, Performing Arts, Society
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Of educational premiums and community values
Professor Amelia Hadfield welcomes Sam Gyimah, MP, Minister for Higher Education, to the University and starts the ball rolling with a few questions.
“Let’s talk about sex” (and relationships education)!
Dr Catherine Meehan responds to the Government’s announcement that it is asking parents and young people what should be covered in new relationship and sex education guidelines.