Karen Hudson

Karen Hudson is an Associate Professor at Northumbria University within the School of Social Work, Education & Community Wellbeing. Her work focuses on professional development, intercultural learning, and partnerships between schools and universities.

Education:

• MA (Hons) - Awarded September 1994
• BSc (Hons) - Awarded September 1987

Research Interests: Karen's research explores the complexities of intercultural learning, the effectiveness of transnational professional development programs, and the structural dynamics of school-university partnerships. Her recent work emphasizes cross-cultural engagement in educational settings and the impact of collaborative frameworks on teacher training.

Publication Trends: Karen's research outputs (2019-2023) highlight themes such as cultural diversity in education, the success factors of international professional development programs, and the role of kinship in academic partnerships. Her work frequently intersects education, cultural studies, and organizational behavior.

External Engagement: She holds an external position at ONE Trust since April 2022, indicating ongoing collaboration beyond the university.