Rachel Ford

Rachel Ford is a Lecturer in the Faculty of Life Sciences and Education, actively contributing to academic research and teaching. Her work is closely tied to educational development, particularly in school-level inquiry and research integration.

Her research interests focus on enhancing educational practices through inquiry-based methodologies. Key areas include inquiry-based learning, curriculum development, and science education, with an emphasis on embedding research skills in school settings.

The trend in her research, as seen in her current project, centers on educational transformation in K–12 environments, particularly through structured inquiry frameworks. This reflects a strong commitment to evidence-based teaching and systemic educational improvement.

• Scientific Awards: No awards listed.

Rachel Ford is involved in research projects that aim to support teachers and students in developing research and inquiry skills. She contributes to the Embedding Research and Inquiry in Schools (EREiS) project, which is funded and ongoing, suggesting potential grant involvement and collaborative academic work.

She is part of a research team working on curriculum innovation in school education, particularly focused on integrating research practices into classroom learning environments.