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Dr Robert Mcquade is an Associate Tutor in the School of Education at the University of Glasgow. His research focuses on social psychology and qualitative methodologies, particularly examining group dynamics in educational settings and health psychology. He has conducted studies on problem-based learning (PBL) interactions, strategies for managing social loafing in group work, and the role of conversation analysis in education. His health-related research includes investigations into online suicide support forums and the needs of cancer patients in remission.
His academic contributions span engineering education, where he explores co-curricular learning initiatives like 'Civil Engineering 4 Real' (CE4R), and the formation of engineering identity through industrial role models. Mcquade’s work emphasizes the micro-level analysis of social interactions, offering pedagogical insights into conflict resolution, disagreement management, and institutional power dynamics in self-managed learning groups.
His publications highlight a focus on qualitative methods such as thematic analysis and interpretative phenomenological analysis, often addressing practical challenges in both academic and clinical settings. While no scientific awards are explicitly listed, his research contributes significantly to understanding educational and healthcare communication dynamics.
