Calling all researchers! This term’s session of Interchange will focus on the topic of Schools.

Schools are a popular first port of call for researchers embarking on their impact journey. And for good reason, because from the sheer satisfaction of seeing young minds expand and grow, through ensuring curriculums and teaching materials reflect current thinking, to the critical role all facets of schooling play in advancing social justice, there are plenty of places where Arts and Social Sciences researchers can have valuable input. However, it is not necessarily an easy route to sail, nor do researchers always begin with the knowledge and skills they require to generate impact from collaborating and working with schools.

This edition of Interchange explores what distinctive contributions Arts and Social Science researchers at Warwick are making through schools’ impact work. As well as asking what key principles are at stake in this space, and how can we ensure our research makes a meaningful difference?

Details:
• Weds 14 February 2024
• 13:00 - 14:30 followed by time to network
• Oculus OC1.09
• Lunch provided – please make sure to register so we can cater accordingly

Speakers:
• Dr Paul Grigsby (Department of Classics and Ancient History)
• Dr Rebecca Morris (Department of Education Studies)
• Chair: tbc

Dr Paul Grigsby is a Research Fellow in Outreach and Impact in Classics and Ancient History. Paul runs the Warwick Classics Network, which was set up to promote the teaching of Classics in schools and to provide teachers with support and resources. Since its inception in 2018, the WCN has worked extensively with students and teachers to give them access to the latest research tailored to the school curriculum. Their work has led to several local schools introducing and expanding the teaching of Classics as a subject.

Dr Rebecca Morris is an Associate Professor in the Department of Education Studies. Her research interests include education policy, the teaching workforce, assessment and feedback, literacy and English, and widening participation. Becky is a current holder of an ESRC IAA (Impact Acceleration Account) project focusing on developing the implementation of evidence-based approaches to GCSE English and Maths resits, and informing policy debates around this topic. Prior to working in higher education, Becky was an English teacher in secondary schools in Birmingham.