Alison McMaster

Alison McMaster is a Senior Lecturer and Programme Leader for the PGCE iQTS Primary Education programme at the University of Sunderland's Faculty of Education and Society. She holds a MA in Education (via distance learning) and has extensive experience in Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) through Year 6 education. Her career includes school management roles and English subject leadership, fueling her passion for language teaching. She specializes in mentoring trainee teachers and newly qualified educators, emphasizing practical classroom strategies and supportive networks.

Her research focuses on dialogic formative assessment models for teacher training modules. She advocates strongly for distance learning support systems, drawing from her own educational journey. As Programme Leader for PGCE Early Years Teaching, she oversees ITE programs and collaborates with schools through School Direct placements to enhance trainee experiences.

Alison emphasizes the importance of practicum placements and has no published awards listed. Her professional contributions include curriculum development for teacher training and fostering international trainee networks.