Graham Thomson

Dr Graham Thomson is a Lecturer and Course Organiser for the Post Graduate Certificate in Middle Leadership and Management at the University of Edinburgh's Moray House School of Education and Sport. He holds dual affiliations with the Institute for Education, Teaching & Leadership (IETL) and the university's Holyrood Campus. Previously, he served as a secondary school Head Teacher and regional government Head of Service for school improvement. His work focuses on educational leadership training, lesson observation practices, and leadership development programs.

Education Background:

• No formal educational qualifications listed explicitly, though his professional roles imply advanced training in education and leadership.

Research Interests:

Thomson specializes in interactive leadership development programs emphasizing problem-solving, realistic scenarios, and hands-on training. Key areas include:

• Impact of lesson observations on teacher behavior and leadership practices
• Leadership learning through observer-observee interactions
• Online resources for school leaders (e.g., National College for Teaching and Leadership collaborations)
• "Learning Conversations" models for non-threatening post-observation discussions

Professional Contributions:

• Developed 'Train the Trainers' leadership materials for schools
• Designs accessible online leadership resources for busy educators
• Consults internationally on school improvement strategies

Labs/Teams: Active within the Institute for Education, Teaching & Leadership (IETL), collaborating on leadership training initiatives.