About
Gareth Miles is a Senior Lecturer in Psychology within the Faculty of Life Sciences and Education. His academic work centers on the psychological and educational dynamics of early and middle childhood, with a strong emphasis on play, learning behavior, and pedagogy.
- Academic Rank: Senior Lecturer
- School: Faculty of Life Sciences and Education
- Department: Psychology
His research explores how children perceive play, how adult-child interactions in classrooms influence learning, and how technology can be integrated into play-based curricula. He also investigates cognitive aspects of problem solving, such as goal-free models in algebra.
The articles published from 1990 to 2017 reflect a sustained focus on child development, educational psychology, and innovative teaching methods. His work frequently examines the intersection of curriculum design, psychological practice, and children’s emotional and cognitive growth.
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Gareth Miles has contributed to academic supervision, with one recorded supervised work. His research has been supported through scholarly publication and collaboration with colleagues such as Howard, McInnes, and Rees-Davies. While no specific grants are mentioned, his work has been cited in policy sources and discussed on social media and academic platforms.
He is actively engaged in research related to early years education, contributing to both theoretical understanding and practical pedagogy. His work is disseminated through peer-reviewed journals and conference proceedings, influencing both academic and educational practitioner communities.
