Latest podcast episodes

Tessa Blair tells us how mentors can support the development of positive orientations to learning.

How do you support the next generation of creative leaders?

CLOSER, the home of longitudinal research, explores how research data can influence policy to improve lives in a two-part collaborative podcast with the UK Data Service (UKDS).

A holistic view of how phonics, writing, reading and language come together to make a child truly literate.

Ruby Williams was told her hair was too big for school - and she refused to accept it.

In this episode, we hear about the cultural landscape within the Olympic boroughs, and the evolution that has occurred in the wake of the 2012 Olympics.

Discussing the mismatch between public expectations and institutional needs, the role of international comparisons, and the growing importance of skills-based education.

In this episode, Louise Stoll tells us her story of 'improve-isation'.

Unpacking research on public perceptions and their impact on policy.

What does supporting teacher wellbeing look like? And how can school leaders create a culture of wellbeing?

Delving into the economic factors influencing universities today, including the implications of tuition fee policies and the structure of student loan repayments.

Professor Eileen Kennedy shares her experiences regarding the ethical dilemmas encountered in the co-design context, where research participants are actively involved.

Dr Michelle Cannon joins Dr Hakan Ergül to explore the ethical dilemmas that arise when using digital technologies for creative work in the classroom.

Evelyn Forde shares her lived experience, from not feeling she mattered in school to becoming headteacher of the year.

Dr Sara Young reflects on her experiences collaborating with children in the context of migration.