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Last updated 18th April 2024

Biography

Dr. Wayne Bailey is the Head of the School of Education and the Strategic Lead for International in the School of Business, Education, and Law. He began his teaching career at a prominent Further Education college, where he specialised in teacher education programmes, working to equip future educators with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in diverse learning environments. His research interests span various aspects of teaching and learning, with a strong focus on the internationalisation agenda and its transformative impact on pedagogy and curriculum development within the Higher Education sector. Dr. Bailey has a particular interest in Vocational Education and Training (VET) systems, particularly China's rapidly evolving VET sector, which plays a critical role in addressing workforce demands and fostering innovation. His work has explored how international best practices in VET can inform and enhance  educational strategies. Additionally, he is deeply engaged with widening participation initiatives, placing significant emphasis on how local culture and socioeconomic factors influence decision-making processes regarding access to Higher Education. 

Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals

In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):

  • SDG 1 - No Poverty
  • SDG 4 - Quality Education
  • SDG 8 - Decent Work and Economic Growth
  • SDG 16 - Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions

Research Expertise and Interests

  • Social deprivation
  • Widening participation and the power of local culture
  • Subject specialist mentoring and coaching
  • Blended Learning
  • Confidence and teacher educators

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