Alyson Lewis

Dr. Alyson Lewis is a Lecturer in Education Development at Cardiff University, based in the Learning and Teaching Academy (LTA) within the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences. She supports the development and delivery of AdvanceHE-accredited Education Fellowship Programmes, focusing on research-informed and evidence-based academic professional development. Her key roles include leading the Launchpad workshop for new HE teaching staff, chairing the participant-staff forum, facilitating World Café discussions, and co-leading a community of practice on playful learning. She is also a member of the Transnational Education (TNE) hub.

Research Interests: Her primary research and teaching interests include playful learning and teaching, gamification, well-being in early childhood education, active learning, and cross-cultural pedagogical practices. She emphasizes collaborative and interdisciplinary approaches to education, particularly in transnational contexts and early years curricula.

Publication Trends: Her recent publications (2010–2024) reflect a consistent focus on early childhood education, well-being, curriculum development in Wales (especially the Foundation Phase), and innovative teaching methods. A growing emphasis on transnational education, particularly through the flying faculty model in China, highlights her international engagement. Themes of playfulness, community of practice, and evidence-based pedagogy recur throughout her scholarly output.

• Professional Memberships:
• AdvanceHE (Fellow - SFHEA)

Advising and Grants: While no formal PhD or Master’s students are listed, Dr. Lewis has played significant mentoring and leadership roles, including serving as postgraduate tutor and link tutor at Bath Spa University. She was awarded ESRC funding for her PhD, indicating successful grant acquisition. Her work with the Welsh Government in social justice research also reflects applied research funding experience.

Labs and Teams: Dr. Lewis is actively involved in several academic communities: the 'fun and games in learning and teaching' community of practice, the Education Fellowship participant-staff forum, and the Transnational Education (TNE) hub. These groups foster collaboration on pedagogical innovation, staff development, and international education initiatives.