Shows
The FE Research Podcast with Jo and AlistairS4 EP5 - We talk about a practice review and research looking at GCSE resits in FE.Associate Professor Rebecca Morris of University of Warwick and Debbie Grace University of Warwick and Sandwell College join us to share their practice review and research on GCSE resit English and maths in Further Education.
We are also delighted to share a link to Rebecca’s latest publication, co authored with Thomas Perry, A critical guide to evidence informed education https://amzn.eu/d/0QcxRw6
2024-10-0124 minThe FE Research Podcast with Jo and AlistairS4 EP4 - Dayna Hale talks about her interest in mentoring in FEDayna Hale is a Workforce Development Practitioner at Walsall College. Dayna joined us to to share her research interests in mentoring in FE.
2024-03-2218 minThe FE Research Podcast with Jo and AlistairS4 EP3 - Chris Morris joins us to talk about his interest in research about the uses of lesson observation.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-16
2024-02-1824 minThe FE Research Podcast with Jo and AlistairS4 EP2 - Sally Welsh shares her Education and Social Justice EdD journey with usSally 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’.
2023-11-2938 minThe FE Research Podcast with Jo and AlistairS4 EP1 Podcast on Podcasting - We talk to Dr Dom Conroy about Scholarly PodcastingIt’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 notions of scholarship and the questions this raises.
Crediting and Referencing Ian M Cook , author of ‘Scholary Podcasting Why, What, How’,(2023), which we use within this podcast to frame the discussion.
2023-09-1048 minThe FE Research Podcast with Jo and AlistairS3 EP9 - Laura Kayes talks to us about her research into poverty informed practiceDoctoral 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?’.
2023-06-2036 minThe FE Research Podcast with Jo and AlistairS3 EP8 - We speak to Beth Curtis, PhD candidate, drama lecturer and teacher educator about their PhDBeth 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!
2023-06-0237 minThe FE Research Podcast with Jo and AlistairS3 EP7 - Dr Andrea Laczik talks to us about research and the work the Edge Foundation doIn 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/
2023-05-1032 minThe FE Research Podcast with Jo and AlistairS3 EP6 - Pip McDonald talks to us about open mic methodology and poetryPodcast 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.
2023-04-0329 minThe FE Research Podcast with Jo and AlistairS3 EP5 - Chantal Brown talks to us about her research into success for SEND studentsPodcast 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/
2023-04-0321 minThe FE Research Podcast with Jo and AlistairS3 EP4 - Sharon Jones talks to us about the role secondary school plays in contributing to the lived inequalities of working-class peopleIn 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 individual agency and sustained lived inequalities. By creating space for a visual intervention alongside her analysis of class and society, Sharon successfully illuminates that working-class struggles are not permanent, and that agency can be activated.
Sharon completed her PhD whilst running classes in her local community to build th...2023-03-1422 minThe FE Research Podcast with Jo and AlistairS3 EP3 - Dr Lynne Taylerson talks about her PhD studies and her work with Amplify FEFor 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/view?usp=drivesdk
Research communities:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1wB3Adrd6fDZV53088IDydUuWiwvKfnX7/view?usp=drivesdk
Insights report (digital): https://docs.google.com/document/d/1UxGrXOXdzb9zd0gNYAf53EKcrndii3pRtZiEYglHv_U/mobilebasic
2023-02-2139 minThe FE Research Podcast with Jo and AlistairS3 EP2 - Claire Collins talks about leading national practitioner research and development programmesIn 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-led-development-research/otla/
2022-12-1627 minThe FE Research Podcast with Jo and AlistairS3 - It’s season 3! Here’s a short pod, kicking the new season off.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?
2022-12-0513 minThe FE Research Podcast with Jo and AlistairSeason 2 EP11 - Dr Matt Rhoads talks about Ed Tech, his studies and his latest bookDr 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 book
2022-08-3031 minThe FE Research Podcast with Jo and AlistairSeason 2 Ep10 - Takeover by Sammy and Colin to talk about researching thriving and surviving in times of CovidSeason 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 Covid
2022-07-0857 minThe FE Research Podcast with Jo and AlistairSeason 2 Ep9 - Martin Hoskin, one of AoC’s Research Further scholars talks about his PhD researchMartin 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.
2022-05-2628 minThe FE Research Podcast with Jo and AlistairSeason 2 EP8 - Kerry Heathcote talks to us about her PhD and the Edinburgh College Research & Innovation ForumKerry Heathcote talks to us about her PhD and the innovative Edinburgh College Research & Innovation Forum which she has led.
2022-04-2936 minThe FE Research Podcast with Jo and AlistairSeason 2 Ep7 - Professor David James talks about Learning Cultures, FE sector development and of course, practitioner research.Professor David James from Cardiff University joins us to talk Learning Cultures, FE sector development and of course, practitioner research.
2022-03-3057 minThe FE Research Podcast with Jo and AlistairSeason 2 Ep6 - Dr Michael Smith joins us to talk about his PhD and practitioner researchFor 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.
2022-02-2054 minThe FE Research Podcast with Jo and AlistairSeason 2 Ep5 Abbie Cairns, artist-teacher in adult and community learning talks about her PhDAbbie Cairns, artist- teacher in adult and community learning shares her experience of PhD study which focuses on being an artist-teacher in ACL!
2022-01-2531 minThe FE Research Podcast with Jo and AlistairSeason 2 Ep4 - Esther Kelly joins us to talk about teaching English in prison educationEsther 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.
2022-01-1023 minThe FE Research Podcast with Jo and AlistairSeason 2 Ep3 Holly Bayliss and Sarah Bellard talk maths and OTLAHolly Bayliss and Sarah Bellard join us to talk about their practitioner enquiry (for OTLA) that got students 'Busy on the Bus'
2021-11-2833 minThe FE Research Podcast with Jo and AlistairSeason 2 Ep2: Gillian Hipp talks to us about her fascinating research on movement.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/
2021-10-2026 minThe FE Research Podcast with Jo and AlistairSeason 2 Ep1: With Professor of educational theory and pedagogy - Gert BiestaKicking off season 2 with Professor of educational theory and pedagogy - Gert Biesta
2021-09-2247 minThe FE Research Podcast with Jo and AlistairEp 28 Jess Gosling - We go global talking early years teaching in an international schoolIn 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 - https://t.co/cZgX9S0JIO?amp=1
2021-07-1628 minThe FE Research Podcast with Jo and AlistairEp 27 - Angie Lenton talks about her OTLA research project with GCSE English studentsAngie 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 dyslexic traits to achieve.
Angie joined us to talk about her ETF funded OTLA project aimed at helping students who find it difficult to engage in, or get anything from, GCSE extracts. It’s a way of collaborating with vocational teams to help them get a...2021-07-0829 minThe FE Research Podcast with Jo and AlistairEp 26 Steven Spence joins us to talk research, technology and about his EdD journey.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.
2021-05-1536 min
EdufuturistsEdufuturists #133 - Getting back to Normal in FE with Stef Wilkinson & Jo Fletcher-SaxonOur guests today are Jo Fletcher-Saxon and Stef Wilkinson. Jo Fletcher-Saxon, who you might remember from Episode 82, who is Assistant Principal: Higher and Adult Education at Ashton Sixth Form College. Stef Wilkinson is Quality Advisor at Landex, which I am sure she will get into today, having previously worked at Barnsley College and Myerscough College in various roles, not least being responsible for teaching & learning.
Elon Musk's school: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4j4fYyWgl0w&t=1s
Jo's Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/feresearchpodcast/id1500066385
Stef's...2021-04-2253 minThe FE Research Podcast with Jo and AlistairEp 25 Tracey and Heather talk to us about their research projects and taming the inner critic.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.
2021-04-1538 minThe FE Research Podcast with Jo and AlistairEp 24 Maren Deepwell talks about @amplifyFE and the research that underpins this initiative.Maren Deepwell, CEO of ALT, talks about @amplifyFE and the research that underpinned this project.
2021-03-0841 minThe FE Research Podcast with Jo and AlistairEp 23 Dan Wilson, Teaching and Learning Mentor for Research, talks about his new role and supporting researchers.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.
2021-03-0425 minThe FE Research Podcast with Jo and AlistairEp 22 Carrie Anne Walton talks about her research on engagement with CPD in the health sector.Carrie Anne Walton, a learning technologist with the NHS, talks about her MPhil research on the engagement teachers have with CPD.
2021-02-2642 minThe FE Research Podcast with Jo and AlistairEp 21 Sam Jones, founder of #FEresearchmeet, researcher and lecturer, talks all things FE research.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!
2021-01-151h 01The FE Research Podcast with Jo and AlistairEp 20 Kath Burrows talks about coaching and unseen observation.Kath Burrows takes us through her MA research exploring unseen observation and coaching.
2020-12-1846 minThe FE Research Podcast with Jo and AlistairEp 19 Peter Leyland talks about bibliotherapy and his own research journeyPeter 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.
2020-12-0735 minThe FE Research Podcast with Jo and AlistairEp 18 Gary Husband talks to us about his vision for the FE sector and FE based research.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!
2020-10-2052 minThe FE Research Podcast with Jo and AlistairEp 17 Podcast takeover - Dr Lou Mycroft and Dr Christina Donovan talking trust and community.In our first podcast takeover we give the microphone over to Dr Lou Mycroft and Dr Christina Donovan talking trust and community.
2020-10-1523 minThe FE Research Podcast with Jo and AlistairEp 16 Joyce I-Hui Chen talks to us about Joint Practice Development - 7 things in 7 minutesJoyce I-Hui Chen took on the 7 things in 7 minutes challenge to tell us all about her PhD research into Joint Practice Development.
2020-10-1434 minThe FE Research Podcast with Jo and AlistairEp 15 Special edition for #BlackHistoryMonth2020 and #WorldMentalHealthDay with Zakiya McKenzie.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 #WorldMentalHealthDay
2020-10-0541 minThe FE Research Podcast with Jo and AlistairEp 14 #InternationalPodcastDay 2020 mashup with the #TeachingExcellencePodcastIt'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.
2020-09-3039 minThe FE Research Podcast with Jo and AlistairEp 13 Dr Lou Mycroft shares her thinking on the FE research landscape with us.Lou Mycroft, researcher, educator, thinking environment practitioner and nomad shares her thinking on the FE research landscape with us.
2020-09-2944 minThe FE Research Podcast with Jo and AlistairEp 12 ETF talk to us about Practitioner Research.In this episode we hear from a member of the ETF about Practitioner Research and some of ETF projects.
2020-09-0443 minThe FE Research Podcast with Jo and AlistairEp 11 Jen Linsdell talks art and mental health and well being research.Jen Linsdell talks to us about her research using art to support mental health and well being in a college.
2020-09-0235 minThe FE Research Podcast with Jo and AlistairEp 10 Elizabeth Draper talks about an OTLA project on English GCSE deliveryElizabeth 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).
2020-08-1932 minThe FE Research Podcast with Jo and AlistairEp 9 Hollie Barnes talks to us about her research, 7 things in 7 minutes challenge.Hollie talks to us about her OTLA English based research project covering a concise 7 things in 7 minutes as a challenge.
2020-07-1715 minThe FE Research Podcast with Jo and AlistairEp 8 Dr David Powell shares his thoughts with us on practitioner research in FE.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.
2020-07-0955 minThe FE Research Podcast with Jo and AlistairEp 7 James Tarling talks about his research looking at student experiences of flowWhen 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.
2020-07-0246 minThe FE Research Podcast with Jo and AlistairEp 6 Hina Suleman discussing alternative education and her own education journey.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.
2020-06-2529 minThe FE Research Podcast with Jo and AlistairEp 5 Mark Beetlestone talking technology in teaching and his own research.Mark talks about his research and how it has impacted on current times in supporting remote learning and his job role.
2020-06-1922 minThe FE Research Podcast with Jo and AlistairEp 4 Gav Knox talks Fear and Loathing in Further EducationFear 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.
2020-06-0540 minThe FE Research Podcast with Jo and AlistairEp 3 Vicky Butterby talks about her PhD research - Nothing to Lose: A constructed grounded theory of loss in the lives of young people that offendWe 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.
2020-05-2730 minThe FE Research Podcast with Jo and AlistairEp 2 Tanja and Paul from Research@ONE - Suffolk One Sixth Form College talk teacher research.We hear from Tanja Hofmann and Paul Rea about the research taking place at Suffolk One Sixth Form College, their ethos, and some of the examples of how it impacts on improving outcomes.
2020-04-2223 min
The FE Research Podcast with Jo and AlistairEp 1 Alistair Smith shares his research - Unlocking the Secret Ingredient: Applying Maths VocationallyJo and Alistair discuss some research looking at a project examining the best way to teach students maths to use in the workplace. The project focuses on meeting the needs outlined by employers and not by examinations or government policy - being able to equip students with the skills they will need in the workplace not just to gain a GCSE grade.
2020-02-2116 min