معرفی
Jamie Heywood is an Associate Professor and Academic Lead for Academic Development & Recognition at Anglia Ruskin University (ARU). He designs and implements university-wide initiatives to enhance teaching excellence, academic practice, and student experience through strategic educational objectives. His leadership includes the Anglia Professional Recognition Scheme and the Learning & Teaching in Practice course.
Education:
- Currently: Professional Doctorate in Education (EdD) – Anglia Ruskin University
- MA Education – University of Northampton
- PGCE Post-Compulsory Education – University of Bedfordshire
- BSc (Hons) Psychology – Coventry University
Research Focus: Jamie specializes in transformative education frameworks with emphases on active learning, wellbeing integration, and digital pedagogy. His current doctoral research explores Outdoor and Physically Active Learning (OPAL) in higher education. Additional interests include creative reflection methodologies, escape rooms as educational tools, and strategies for post-pandemic digital teaching.
Publications: Recent works demonstrate a consistent focus on pedagogical innovation, particularly through active learning frameworks and technology-enhanced education. Trends include hybrid teaching solutions, wellbeing-centered approaches, and practical strategies for educator development in digital environments.
Awards & Honors:
- Senior Fellow, Advance HE (SFHEA)
- Fellow, SEDA (FSEDA)
- Vice Chancellor's Award for Collaborative Activities (2023)
- Peer Recognition Award, ARU (2024)
Professional Activities: Jamie leads the ARU Active Learning Network and serves on the Global Active Learning Network committee. He mentors staff through ARU schemes, develops curriculum as an external examiner for multiple UK institutions, and secured research funding for digital pedagogy projects. As an ARU Health Champion, he integrates wellbeing into academic practice.
