Best FEresearchpodcast Podcasts (2024)

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S4 EP4 - Dayna Hale talks about her interest in mentoring in FE 18:39

6M ago18:39

18:39

Dayna Hale is a Workforce Development Practitioner at Walsall College. Dayna joined us to to share her research interests in mentoring in FE.By feresearchpodcast

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S4 EP3 - Chris Morris joins us to talk about his interest in research about the uses of lesson observation. 24:20

7M ago24:20

24:20

Chris Morris joins us to talk about his interest in research about the uses of lesson observation. Chris is a Workplace Representative, Post-16 Officer Devon District, National Council member for post-16By feresearchpodcast

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S4 EP2 - Sally Welsh shares her Education and Social Justice EdD journey with us 38:33

10M ago38:33

38:33

Sally Welsh shares her Education and Social Justice EdD journey with us. Her research explores how mature students’ work within HE in FE - employment, study and care work - are valued or undervalued within education and challenges us to ‘see’ differently. It’s a methodological adventure that truly helps us to think about ‘the work’.…

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S4 EP1 Podcast on Podcasting - We talk to Dr Dom Conroy about Scholarly Podcasting 48:11

1y ago48:11

48:11

It’s series 4 and we begin with a bang and a podcast about podcasting! Scholarly podcasting to be exact. We caught up with university lecturer Dr. Dom Conroy, who uses podcasting within his work, to quiz him on the value of this medium. Jo also turns the tables on Alistair who, along with Dom, responds to questions about what podcasting brings to n…

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S3 EP9 - Laura Kayes talks to us about her research into poverty informed practice 36:01

1y ago36:01

36:01

Doctoral candidate, AoC Research Further scholar and Advanced Practitioner Laura Kayes dropped by to talk about her research into poverty informed practice, plus Laura and Alistair go head to head in a game of ‘What Are You Talking About?’.By feresearchpodcast

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S3 EP8 - We speak to Beth Curtis, PhD candidate, drama lecturer and teacher educator about their PhD 37:44

1+ y ago37:44

37:44

Beth Curtis, PhD candidate, drama lecturer and teacher educator, talks the researcher journey, carving our own path, creative methodologies, supervisors and who’d play her in a film!By feresearchpodcast

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S3 EP7 - Dr Andrea Laczik talks to us about research and the work the Edge Foundation do 32:35

1+ y ago32:35

32:35

In this episode we meet Dr Andrea Laczik, Director of Research at the Edge Foundation. We hear more about what Edge do, Andrea’s role and some of the research the team have undertaken. About Edge: https://www.edge.co.uk/about-edge/ Learning from the past series: https://www.edge.co.uk/research/Learning-from-the-past/…

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S3 EP6 - Pip McDonald talks to us about open mic methodology and poetry 29:55

1+ y ago29:55

29:55

Podcast special editions! Ahead of the Learning and Skills Research Network National Conference we caught up with conference Poet in Residence, university learning technologist and experimental poet, Pip McDonald.By feresearchpodcast

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S3 EP5 - Chantal Brown talks to us about her research into success for SEND students 21:29

1+ y ago21:29

21:29

Podcast special edition! Ahead of the Learning and Skills Network National Conference we caught up with one of the key notes - Chantal Brown, lecturer, SEND specialist. https://transforminglives.web.ucu.org.uk/2020/04/20/teaching-and-learning-scholar-chantal-brown/By feresearchpodcast

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S3 EP4 - Sharon Jones talks to us about the role secondary school plays in contributing to the lived inequalities of working-class people 22:11

1+ y ago22:11

22:11

In this episode, we meet Sharon Jones, FE lecturer and researcher, and former librarian at The Bedford College Group shares her research about the role secondary school plays in contributing to the lived inequalities of working-class people. The findings in her research uncovers relations of power and illustrates how schooling has reduced individua…

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S3 EP3 - Dr Lynne Taylerson talks about her PhD studies and her work with Amplify FE 39:56

1+ y ago39:56

39:56

For our 3rd birthday edition of the podcast we spoke to Dr Lynne Taylerson about her PhD studies and her work with Amplify FE. From digital divides to thriving communities, it is a revealing conversation. In the podcast a number of reports are mentioned. Links are here: Communities: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1OszSTr51TCrc568mILcQNo7hLeon_FzN/…

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S3 EP2 - Claire Collins talks about leading national practitioner research and development programmes 27:28

2y ago27:28

27:28

In this edition we are joined by Claire Collins. Claire has many years of experience of leading national practitioner research and development programmes. In the Podcast Claire talks about a guide that is available here: https://ccpathways.co.uk/projects/doing-action-research/ https://www.et-foundation.co.uk/professional-development/practitioner-le…

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S3 - It’s season 3! Here’s a short pod, kicking the new season off. 13:03

2y ago13:03

13:03

In this short conversation, Jo and Alistair take a birds eye view of the sector and what’s been happening in FE research outside of institutions. They give shout outs to various communities and individuals. Could it be you?By feresearchpodcast

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Season 2 EP11 - Dr Matt Rhoads talks about Ed Tech, his studies and his latest book 31:50

2y ago31:50

31:50

Dr Matt Rhoads Ed Tech trainer, Coach, Researcher, fellow Podcaster, Author and Educator based in San Diego Joined us to talk about his role, studying for an Education Doctorate and his latest bookBy feresearchpodcast

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Season 2 Ep10 - Takeover by Sammy and Colin to talk about researching thriving and surviving in times of Covid 57:18

2y ago57:18

57:18

Season 2 Ep10 - Takeover by Sammy White and Colin Forrest talking about their research as part of a larger project with Touch Consulting where they were researching thriving and surviving in times of CovidBy feresearchpodcast

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Season 2 Ep9 - Martin Hoskin, one of AoC’s Research Further scholars talks about his PhD research 28:59

2+ y ago28:59

28:59

Martin Hoskin, one of AoC's Research Further scholars talks about his PhD research, the value of CPD and his life changing experience of studying a research degree.By feresearchpodcast

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Season 2 EP8 - Kerry Heathcote talks to us about her PhD and the Edinburgh College Research & Innovation Forum 36:57

2+ y ago36:57

36:57

Kerry Heathcote talks to us about her PhD and the innovative Edinburgh College Research & Innovation Forum which she has led.By feresearchpodcast

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Season 2 Ep7 - Professor David James talks about Learning Cultures, FE sector development and of course, practitioner research. 57:35

2+ y ago57:35

57:35

Professor David James from Cardiff University joins us to talk Learning Cultures, FE sector development and of course, practitioner research.By feresearchpodcast

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Season 2 Ep6 - Dr Michael Smith joins us to talk about his PhD and practitioner research 54:43

2+ y ago54:43

54:43

For the 2nd anniversary episode of the podcast, Dr Michael Smith joins us to talk about his PhD research project and also about the wider role of practitioner research and the value it can bring to individuals, their classrooms and the sector.By feresearchpodcast

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Season 2 Ep5 Abbie Cairns, artist-teacher in adult and community learning talks about her PhD 31:20

2+ y ago31:20

31:20

Abbie Cairns, artist- teacher in adult and community learning shares her experience of PhD study which focuses on being an artist-teacher in ACL!By feresearchpodcast

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Season 2 Ep4 - Esther Kelly joins us to talk about teaching English in prison education 23:42

2+ y ago23:42

23:42

Esther Kelly joins us to talk about teaching English in prison education and how the pandemic and a research project (for OTLA) resulted in a new approach to teaching and learning.By feresearchpodcast

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Season 2 Ep3 Holly Bayliss and Sarah Bellard talk maths and OTLA 33:36

3y ago33:36

33:36

Holly Bayliss and Sarah Bellard join us to talk about their practitioner enquiry (for OTLA) that got students 'Busy on the Bus'By feresearchpodcast

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Season 2 Ep2: Gillian Hipp talks to us about her fascinating research on movement. 26:27

3y ago26:27

26:27

Gillian Hipp joins us to talk about her fascinating research on movement. By the end of this you will be jumping out of your chair! Plus, if you are up for a movement related (gentle) challenge, follow this link: https://move-into-balance.com/10daymoveintobalancechallenge/By feresearchpodcast

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Season 2 Ep1: With Professor of educational theory and pedagogy - Gert Biesta 47:06

3y ago47:06

47:06

Kicking off season 2 with Professor of educational theory and pedagogy - Gert BiestaBy feresearchpodcast

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Ep 28 Jess Gosling - We go global talking early years teaching in an international school 28:18

3y ago28:18

28:18

In this episode we thought we would step outside of FE and also the UK! We travelled all the way to Taiwan (via zoom) to chat to Jess Gosling, Early Years Teacher in an international school about being a teacher, researcher and published writer. Jess has just published her new book - Becoming a Successful International Teacher. Available here - htt…

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Ep 27 - Angie Lenton talks about her OTLA research project with GCSE English students 29:23

3y ago29:23

29:23

Angie Lenton, English Teacher/Co-ordinator at Northampton College, teaches GCSE English. Angie taught Functional Skills and A Level English Language and is also an ITT mentor and guest teacher specialising in literacy and dyslexia. Angie has been a GCSE examiner for 4 years and is passionate about helping students with dyslexia and those with dysle…

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Ep 26 Steven Spence joins us to talk research, technology and about his EdD journey. 36:00

3+ y ago36:00

36:00

Steven Spence, Teaching and Learning Innovator at The Sheffield College, talks to us about his Masters and EdD journey and about research and professional development at the college.By feresearchpodcast

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Ep 25 Tracey and Heather talk to us about their research projects and taming the inner critic. 38:40

3+ y ago38:40

38:40

Tracey Lee and Heather Booth-Martin talk to us about SUNCETT research on digital pedagogy, EdD research on values in teacher education and their joint project on taming the inner critic.By feresearchpodcast

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Ep 24 Maren Deepwell talks about @amplifyFE and the research that underpins this initiative. 41:05

3+ y ago41:05

41:05

Maren Deepwell, CEO of ALT, talks about @amplifyFE and the research that underpinned this project.By feresearchpodcast

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Ep 23 Dan Wilson, Teaching and Learning Mentor for Research, talks about his new role and supporting researchers. 25:01

3+ y ago25:01

25:01

Dan Wilson talks about his new role as Teaching and Learning Mentor for Research, his aspirations for his role and the experience of being a teacher researcher.By feresearchpodcast

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Ep 22 Carrie Anne Walton talks about her research on engagement with CPD in the health sector. 42:00

3+ y ago42:00

42:00

Carrie Anne Walton, a learning technologist with the NHS, talks about her MPhil research on the engagement teachers have with CPD.By feresearchpodcast

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Ep 21 Sam Jones, founder of #FEresearchmeet, researcher and lecturer, talks all things FE research. 1:01:40

3+ y ago1:01:40

1:01:40

We are delighted to be sharing our 21st podcast. Who better to celebrate with than the founder of #FEresearchmeet, researcher and lecturer Sam Jones. In this episode we ask Sam some tricky questions and play a research version of Desert Island Discs - A Research Island Wish!By feresearchpodcast

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Ep 20 Kath Burrows talks about coaching and unseen observation. 46:40

4y ago46:40

46:40

Kath Burrows takes us through her MA research exploring unseen observation and coaching.By feresearchpodcast

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Ep 19 Peter Leyland talks about bibliotherapy and his own research journey 35:49

4y ago35:49

35:49

Peter Leyland talks about bibliotherapy and his own research journey. He discusses what he has developed from working with his WEA classes and his own love of literature.By feresearchpodcast

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Ep 18 Gary Husband talks to us about his vision for the FE sector and FE based research. 52:42

4y ago52:42

52:42

Gary Husband talks to us about his work, thoughts and opinions on FE research and the role it has in the sector. We also play a great game in which the stakes are high!By feresearchpodcast

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Ep 17 Podcast takeover - Dr Lou Mycroft and Dr Christina Donovan talking trust and community. 23:51

4y ago23:51

23:51

In our first podcast takeover we give the microphone over to Dr Lou Mycroft and Dr Christina Donovan talking trust and community.By feresearchpodcast

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Ep 16 Joyce I-Hui Chen talks to us about Joint Practice Development - 7 things in 7 minutes 34:42

4y ago34:42

34:42

Joyce I-Hui Chen took on the 7 things in 7 minutes challenge to tell us all about her PhD research into Joint Practice Development.By feresearchpodcast

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Ep 15 Special edition for #BlackHistoryMonth2020 and #WorldMentalHealthDay with Zakiya McKenzie. 41:31

4y ago41:31

41:31

In this special edition we talk with broadcaster, writer, poet, nature lover, PhD candidate Zakiya McKenzie. We talk nature, wellbeing, history of black journalism, Bristol, Power Rangers and arborist action! #BlackHistoryMonth2020 #WorldMentalHealthDayBy feresearchpodcast

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Ep 14 #InternationalPodcastDay 2020 mashup with the #TeachingExcellencePodcast 39:27

4y ago39:27

39:27

It's #InternationalPodcastDay 2020 and so we are releasing this podcast mashup between #FEresearchpodcast and #TeachingExcellencePodcast. Jo and Steff, walking and talking about leadership and values.By feresearchpodcast

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Ep 13 Dr Lou Mycroft shares her thinking on the FE research landscape with us. 44:20

4y ago44:20

44:20

Lou Mycroft, researcher, educator, thinking environment practitioner and nomad shares her thinking on the FE research landscape with us.By feresearchpodcast

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Ep 12 ETF talk to us about Practitioner Research. 43:53

4y ago43:53

43:53

In this episode we hear from a member of the ETF about Practitioner Research and some of ETF projects.By feresearchpodcast

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Ep 11 Jen Linsdell talks art and mental health and well being research. 35:52

4y ago35:52

35:52

Jen Linsdell talks to us about her research using art to support mental health and well being in a college.By feresearchpodcast

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Ep 10 Elizabeth Draper talks about an OTLA project on English GCSE delivery 32:39

4y ago32:39

32:39

Elizabeth Draper talks about the process and findings from student-action research into GCSE English resits in FE; student participation; student-led conversations. Investigating English from student perspectives to inform change (OTLA projects).By feresearchpodcast

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Ep 9 Hollie Barnes talks to us about her research, 7 things in 7 minutes challenge. 15:14

4y ago15:14

15:14

Hollie talks to us about her OTLA English based research project covering a concise 7 things in 7 minutes as a challenge.By feresearchpodcast

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Ep 8 Dr David Powell shares his thoughts with us on practitioner research in FE. 55:45

4y ago55:45

55:45

In this podcast Dr David Powell shares his thoughts with us on the challenges and opportunities for practitioner research in further education and what he believes the future should hold.By feresearchpodcast

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Ep 7 James Tarling talks about his research looking at student experiences of flow 46:07

4y ago46:07

46:07

When I'm in flow I become the music: student experiences of flow and what happens when they become curriculum leaders. In this podcast James Tarling talks about his research looking at student experiences of flow, follows the Tao, drops in some poetry and picks up his guitar.By feresearchpodcast

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Ep 6 Hina Suleman discussing alternative education and her own education journey. 29:20

4y ago29:20

29:20

Hina talks about her journey in education and the influence on her study of alternative education and what the future of education might look like.By feresearchpodcast

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Ep 5 Mark Beetlestone talking technology in teaching and his own research. 22:33

4+ y ago22:33

22:33

Mark talks about his research and how it has impacted on current times in supporting remote learning and his job role.By feresearchpodcast

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Ep 4 Gav Knox talks Fear and Loathing in Further Education 40:28

4+ y ago40:28

40:28

Fear and loathing in Further Education: evaluating the impact of a coaching culture on teachers’ professional development. We talk to Gav about his research looking at coaching cultures and discuss some of the emerging themes from his research so far.By feresearchpodcast

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Ep 3 Vicky Butterby talks about her PhD research - Nothing to Lose: A constructed grounded theory of loss in the lives of young people that offend 30:18

4+ y ago30:18

30:18

We talk to Vicky Butterby about her PhD research and the impact it has had. The title of Vicky's research is Nothing to lose - A constructed grounded theory of loss in the lives of young people that offend.By feresearchpodcast

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