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Dr. Tom Haward is an Associate Professor (Teaching) at University College London's Institute of Education (IOE), specifically within the Curriculum, Pedagogy & Assessment department. He is a recognized specialist in History education with particular expertise in visual learning approaches and Holocaust education. His academic work bridges theoretical research with practical classroom applications, focusing on the pedagogical challenges of teaching traumatic historical events.
Dr. Haward's research interests include:
- Teacher pedagogy and visual learning in History education
- The teaching of history within national narratives of the past
- Assessment approaches for teaching difficult histories such as the Holocaust
- Curriculum development for Holocaust education
- Visual cultures in historical understanding
His scholarly work demonstrates a sustained commitment to Holocaust education, with publications spanning from 2005 to 2024. Dr. Haward's research particularly examines how visual sources enhance historical understanding and how teachers navigate the emotional and ethical dimensions of teaching traumatic historical events. His recent work focuses on assessment challenges in teaching difficult histories and the development of inquiry-based classroom resources for Holocaust education.
Dr. Haward leads the MA Education module 'The Holocaust in the Curriculum' at UCL, which is the first Masters' level module in the UK specifically focused on Holocaust education. This module, funded by the Pears Foundation and the Department of Education, critically examines rationales for teaching about the Holocaust and engages with UCL Centre for Holocaust Education's national research findings.
His academic contributions connect theoretical research with practical classroom applications through resources like 'Bergen-Belsen: A short history for teachers' (2020) and classroom materials examining British responses to the Holocaust. Through his teaching, research, and resource development, Dr. Haward continues to shape how difficult histories are taught and understood in educational settings across the UK.
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