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Gillian BAKER is a Part-Time Lecturer (Hourly) in Education at Staffordshire University, affiliated with the Health, Education, Policing and Sciences faculty. With 37 years of experience as a Biology/Science teacher at a secondary school, she transitioned to supporting the Biology PGCE program, focusing on training future Biology teachers. Her expertise includes classroom teaching, department management, and mentorship in Initial Teacher Training (ITT).
Education: BSc (Hons) Biology from the University of York (1982), followed by a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) from Keele University (1983).
Research interests center on effective pedagogical practices, curriculum development, and supporting student transitions into science-related degrees through UCAS mentoring. She actively engages with local Science hubs to foster networking opportunities for trainees.
Her career highlights include leading a Science department, serving as a Professional Mentor for 18 years, and collaborating with multiple ITT providers. Though no specific academic publications are noted, her contributions to teacher education and mentorship have been recognized through institutional achievements such as the Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2023.
