International Professional Development Association: supporting professional learners in education.

Joined September 2012
January might feel a long way off, but the IPDA England Conference 2027 is closer than you think, and it’s shaping up to be a really good day. Join us in Birmingham for this focused, friendly one-day event. Submissions close on 31 October. ipda.org.uk/event/ipda-engla…
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We are looking for abstract reviewers for the IPDA 2027 Conference. You’ll engage with a wide range of research and practice submissions, develop your reviewing skills, and contribute directly to shaping the conference programme. Submit your details: ipda.org.uk/call-for-reviewe…
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Submitting to #IPDA2027 in Edinburgh? Get expert help first. Join Dr John Mynott on 8 December for this workshop on writing a strong conference abstract. Whether you’re a first-time submitter or simply want to sharpen your approach. ipda.org.uk/event/how-to-wri… #IPDAConnect #IPDA2027
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Join the IPDA Scotland Research Spotlight on 5 November. Two PhD researchers presenting on student teacher emotions in school placements, and leadership in China’s school collaboration policy. Free to attend. Find out more and register: ipda.org.uk/event/ipda-scotl… #IPDAConnect
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The deadline for abstracts for the IPDA England Conference is 31 October. With strands around teacher education, Early Years, Further Education, Higher Education, SEN, leadership and more. Join us in Birmingham for this friendly, dynamic conference. ipda.org.uk/event/ipda-engla…
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The call for abstracts is open for #IPDA2027 in Edinburgh: 'Constellations: Exploring and charting the global professional learning community' with a deadline of 31 January 2027. Discover our strands and full details at: ipda.org.uk/event/ipda2027/ #IPDAConnect #CallForAbstracts
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New in Practice journal: Swain et al. on the difference between diversifying and decolonising the school curriculum, and what it takes to move from one to the other. Practical strategies across humanities, science, and mathematics. tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.…
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Open access in Practice journal — Hendry et al. on student internships within HEIs and a new typology to help institutions offer opportunities more clearly and equitably. A practical framework for anyone in higher education. Read here: tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.…
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New in Practice journal: Winters, Maguire and McCloat on memoing as a reflective tool for educators navigating curriculum reform. A useful complement to established reflective practices — one that preserves uncertainty rather than resolving it too quickly. tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.…
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Open access in Practice journal — Katherine Pechey on academic literacy as a hidden curriculum in higher education, and why it risks reproducing educational inequity. A challenging and timely read for anyone in HE or academic development. Open access: tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.…
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