Miriam Walker

Miriam Walker is a Senior Lecturer in the Institute of Education at the University of Winchester, part of the Faculty of Education and the Arts. Her career includes teaching in primary and secondary special schools, with roles as a Gifted and Talented Education Coordinator and Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator (SENCo). Her research focuses on autism in mainstream primary education, particularly autistic pupils' perceptions of understanding and communication strategies.

• Education: Doctorate in Education (focused on autism in mainstream schools), Master's research on playtime management for children with autism.
• Teaching Philosophy: Emphasizes challenging students' perspectives, fostering collaborative learning environments, and valuing direct communication in teacher-student relationships.

She has organized international trips to The Gambia (three trips) and South Africa, exploring cultural immersion's impact on personal and educational outlooks. Her expertise spans autism inclusion, international educational opportunities, and cross-cultural learning.

• Professional Engagements: Presented at TEAN 2016, BERA 2016, and BERA 2017 conferences.