Our world-leading academics are educating and empowering the next generation of game-changers through an industry-relevant and research-informed curriculum. They can also support you to keep up to date with your continuing professional development (CPD) through a series of webinars, bespoke visits, and our annual Teachers and Advisers Conference.
Our CPD webinar sessions will be hosted on Microsoft Teams Live and will give you the opportunity to engage with our experts and ask questions.
Ask Admissions!
Presented by: Helen Mercado, Head of Admissions
When: Tuesday 10 December 2024, 4pm to 5pm
About: This interactive session will give both experienced staff, and those new to supporting students through the UCAS application process, an insight and update on what the University of Derby is looking for from teachers and advisers in references and personal statements at a gold-standard institution. Book your place through the form below.
Career Leadership
Presented by: Tom Staunton, Lecturer in Career Development, Institute of Education
When: Tuesday 18 February 2025, 4pm to 5pm
About: Career Leadership is a vital part of rapidly evolving career guidance requirements placed on schools in England. The University and iCeGS have been at the forefront of the evolving nature of careers work in schools for over 25 years. This webinar aims to help you design and implement a sustainable programme, cover the Gatsby benchmarks and ultimately help with your Career Leadership role. Book your place through the form below.
Maths Anxiety: Solving the Eqution
Presented by: Heidi Kirkland, Associate Lecturer in Teaching Training, Institute of Education and Dr Thomas Hunt, Associate Professor in Psychology, College of Health
When: Friday 28 February 2025, 4pm to 5pm
About: Maths Anxiety is a very common experience, reported by people around the world. This talk aims to help all teachers, from primary education to secondary and beyond, to better understand Maths Anxiety and learn how we can address this within our classrooms, creating a more positive learning environment for all.
Led by experts in the field of maths anxiety, this talk will discuss tried and tested interventions and strategies to alleviate students' Maths anxiety. Thomas Hunt is an associate professor in Psychology at the University of Derby where he leads the Mathematics Anxiety Research Group. He has authored several academic research papers and book chapters on the topic of Maths Anxiety. Heidi Kirkland is an experienced primary teacher, Maths coordinator, and associate lecturer. She has authored numerous blogs and articles on Maths Anxiety. Book your place through the form below.