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New book on Researching Power, Elites and Leadership launched at Kings' College London

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Dr Chris Williams launched his new book Researching Power, Elites and Leadership at Kings' College London, last week. The book is enlivened with student experiences and illustrations, and goes beyond academic methods to include investigtaive journalism, military research, and inputs from Amnesty International.
Date:
Wednesday 27th June 2012

The Birmingham Fellowships

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The second round of the Birmingham Fellowship scheme is now open for applications.
Date:
Wednesday 6th June 2012

How should we research education?

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In a recent article, published in the world-leading Harvard Educational Review, Professor Gary Thomas argues that attempts to introduce an assortment of accepted scientific principles into educational research can lead to misunderstandings and suggests a new type of science: education science.
Date:
Monday 28th May 2012

Reforms to improve support for pupils with SEND

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Christopher Robertosn, lecturer in Inclusive and Special Education, discusses the key changes to the special educational needs and disability (SEND) system in England, which have been announced in the recent Queen's Speech (9 May).
Date:
Thursday 17th May 2012

Multi-million pound award to support first research centre dedicated to understanding the UK's character and values

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The University of Birmingham has won a multi-million pound award to support the first UK centre dedicated to research into the Character, Values and Virtues that shape UK society. The over-arching aim of the new centre, which is supported by the John Templeton Foundation, is to contribute to the renewal of character and values in Britain through research and development activities.
Date:
Wednesday 16th May 2012
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