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John Connolly is a Lecturer in Secondary Initial Teacher Education (Science) at University College London's Institute of Education (IOE), part of the Faculty of Education and Society. He specializes in Physics education, having previously taught Physics in Greater London for 10 years and served as a subject mentor for teacher trainees. He holds an MA in Science Education (2015) and is currently pursuing a PhD investigating students' self-efficacy beliefs in Physics.
Education:
- MA in Science Education (2015), UCL IOE
- Science PGCE (2003/4), UCL IOE
Research focuses on addressing negative student perceptions of Physics through identity-focused interventions. He contributes to courses including the PGCE Physics program and an undergraduate module for UCL Physics BSc students exploring curriculum development. His work emphasizes supporting London's schoolchildren through teacher development initiatives.
Notable initiatives include developing a third-year undergraduate module linking Physics education to curriculum design for Key Stage 3 science.
