Reflecting on higher education through a psychological lens
In my last blog about the social value of psychology (and other subjects), I mentioned that the Augar review had a lot to say about widening participation and inclusive education, about which I would like to comment. No doubt this will be the first of several related posts on this topic! One issue that struck… Continue reading Augar augers badly for foundation years
Today is an important day for the higher education sector, with the publication of the long-awaited Augar report. My intention here is not to comment on the whole report. There is much that I could (and probably should) comment on, particularly around inclusive education, but I have a writing deadline approaching, so I’m trying to… Continue reading The value of higher education: psychology (and other stories)
Much attention has (appropriately) been given to student mental health in higher education, while the wellbeing of those of us who work in universities has been less prominent in the news – with the exception of a few high profile, tragic cases of suicide. Back in February, The Duchess of Cambridge called for increased action… Continue reading Pressure vessels: comment on HEPI report on mental health trends in university staff
Last week, I had the privilege of attending an All Party Parliamentary Group on Psychology (#APPGPsychology) at Westminster. The group was chaired by Dr Lisa Cameron MP, and included a number of expert panellists, presenting psychological evidence that has value in terms of informing government policy on children and young people’s mental health in schools… Continue reading Psychology in action: influencing policy
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