Rachel Challen

Rachel Challen serves as Associate Professor in Educational Development and Interim Head of Learning, Teaching and Student Experience at Nottingham Trent University's School of Social Sciences. She leads institutional initiatives including the PebblePad Steering Group and contributes to national educational technology discourse through committee memberships.

• Principal Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (PFHEA)
• Senior Fellow of the Staff and Educational Development Association (SFSEDA)
• Leadership Foundation Auroran

Her research focuses on educational technology integration, particularly e-portfolios and digital confidence frameworks. Publications examine inclusive pedagogy, flexible learning environments, and staff development strategies, with recent works addressing AI implementation and post-pandemic educational transformation.

Notable contributions include establishing digital safety protocols, developing blended learning models, and leading institutional projects like NTU Team Based Learning. Her work bridges policy implementation and creative pedagogical practices through technology-enhanced solutions.