Helen Caldwell

Helen Caldwell is Associate Professor in Education at the University of Northampton and co-leads the Centre for Active Digital Education (CADE). As an Apple Distinguished Educator and executive committee member of the Technology and Pedagogy in Education Association, she specializes in immersive technologies and digital pedagogy.

Her research develops active digital education frameworks for online learning environments and transformative transnational projects. Current initiatives include "Headsets for Hope" (VR accessibility) and "Study Smart 2" (Generative AI for inclusive education).

Research Projects:

• HFH: Headsets for Hope (VR for special educational needs)
• Study Smart 2: Co-designing inclusive AI pedagogies
• Digital Learning Across Boundaries: Changemaker development
• Bringing Learning Alive: Immersive technology integration

Her publications investigate digital storytelling, transformative learning spaces, and technology-enhanced teacher development, recently focusing on wellbeing in doctoral education.