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Aniqa\u2019s research centres around the \u2018Raising EAL Learners\u2019 Attainment\u2019 project. She will work collaboratively with schools to explore the effectiveness of \u2018The Enduring Principles of Learning\u2019, an evidence-informed rubric that aims to improve classroom practice and pupil outcomes. Her supervisors are Dr. Naomi Flynn and Prof. Suzanne Graham. Aniqa has been awarded funding by the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) to undertake her PhD research.<\/p>\n
On why she decided to pursue her PhD research at the IoE, Aniqa said: \u201cHaving studied at the IoE before, I was fully aware of its internationally-recognised reputation in educational research. However, I also wanted to return to the thriving academic community here and know that I will be supported to develop impactful research from the outset.\u201d<\/p>\n
Aniqa completed her BA in Primary Education at the University of Reading, specialising in English. She went on to teach at one of the largest primary schools in the local area, before moving on to complete her Master\u2019s in Education at the University of Oxford.<\/p>\n
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Fei Lian<\/strong><\/p>\n Fei\u2019s research will examine the identity formation and paradoxical development of female teachers with highly educated background in Beijing primary and secondary schools. Her supervisor is Prof. Carol Fuller.<\/p>\n On why she decided to pursue her PhD research at the IoE, Fei said: \u201cI chose to do my PhD study at the University of Reading\u2019s IoE because of its rigorous coursework, global reputation, and strong faculty in Education studies. I believe it is a place where I could communicate with scholars from different countries and broaden my horizon.\u201d<\/p>\n Fei earned her undergraduate degree and Master\u2019s degree in English Language and Literature at Beijing Jiaotong University (China). She worked as a part-time EAL teacher at the Central University of Finance and Economics (China) during postgraduate studies. After graduation, she worked as an EAL teacher in a secondary school and a primary one in Beijing China for six years.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Helen Gormley <\/strong><\/p>\n Helen\u2019s research will explore ways in which children\u2019s mathematical vocabulary is developed, through independent and teacher-supported play, during their first year in school. Her supervisors are Professor Helen Bilton and Dr. Natthapoj Vincent Trakulphadetkrai. She is awarded the Wilkie Calvert studentship and will be collaborating with her school on her PhD research.<\/p>\n On why she decided to pursue her PhD research at the IoE, Helen said \u201cI chose to pursue my PhD research at the University of Reading after studying for an MA degree here at the IoE two years ago. The quality of teaching, along with the expertise and enthusiasm of the staff, inspired me to continue researching my area of interest.\u201d<\/p>\n Helen gained her undergraduate degree many years ago from the University of Greenwich and she has been a primary school teacher specialising in music and early years ever since. She currently teaches part-time in a rural village school.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Hira Hanif<\/strong><\/p>\n Hira\u2019s research will examine the impact of professional development on foreign language teachers\u2019 classroom practice in Saudi Arabia. Her supervisor is Prof. Richard Harris.<\/p>\n On why she decided to pursue her PhD research at the IoE, Hira said \u201cI chose the IoE because of its excellent reputation as well as for its significant contribution to educational research.\u201d<\/p>\n Hira earned her undergraduate degree in English Language Studies and Religious Studies from Open University. She later earned her MA in Education and TESOL from Oxford Brookes University. Currently, she teaches English for academic purposes at Princess Noura University in Saudi Arabia. She is also a visiting lecturer at King\u2019s College London.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Madelaine Best<\/strong><\/p>\n Madelaine\u2019s proposed research will explore teachers’ experiences of parental leave within the independent sector, and how taking parental leave impacts on medium-term career progression, and their return to work. As a History and Politics teacher working in the independent sector who has experience of taking parental leave, this is an area Madelaine is passionate about researching. Her supervisor is Dr. Karen Jones. Madelaine is a recipient of a Reading Regional PhD bursary.<\/p>\n On why she decided to pursue her PhD research at the IoE, Madelaine said \u201cI chose Reading’s IOE because of its excellent reputation, and the opportunity to be supervised by an expert in gender and education.\u201d<\/p>\n Madelaine did her undergraduate degree at Bath University in Politics and International Relations, and her PGCE at Buckingham University.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Natalie McGuinness<\/strong><\/p>\n Natalie\u2019s proposed research is looking into more authentic forms of assessment in the 16-19 education sector. Her first supervisor is Dr. Elizabeth McCrum and her second is Prof. Richard Harris.<\/p>\n On why she decided to pursue her PhD research at the IoE, Natalie said: \u201cI chose Reading University as I have colleagues who have gone through the PhD programme and spoke extremely highly of the support and experiences they had. I’m now very excited to get started on this new journey!\u201d<\/p>\n Natalie teaches in a Sixth Form college in Hampshire. Prior to that she completed her Master\u2019s degree through Roehampton University.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Paul Warrington<\/strong><\/p>\n Paul\u2019s proposed research will examine the effectiveness of mastery-based mathematics intervention in late secondary students in the UK. His supervisors are Dr. Fiona Curtis and Dr. Natthapoj Vincent Trakulphadetkrai.<\/p>\n On why he decided to pursue his PhD research at the IoE, Paul said: \u201cI was particularly attracted by the relevance of research interests, alongside the reputation of the Institute of Education. I am looking forward to conducting research that will directly benefit the profession that has served me so well.\u201d<\/p>\n Having worked previously as the Headteacher of a secondary school, Paul is currently enjoying a trust senior leadership position for a multi-academy trust in South Yorkshire. 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