Read my post for the British Educational Research Association (BERA) here. The UK government’s proposal to follow Australia and restrict social media access for under-16s has reignited debates about young people’s wellbeing, online safety and mental health. Much of the discussion has rightly focused on the potential harms of social media, including anxiety, cyberbullying and exposure to … Continue reading What does the proposed social media ban mean for student voice in educational assessment?
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Breaking Barriers and Finding Identity: From Rare Disease to Doctoral Candidate
Reflecting on my EdD journey, I am reminded of the determined 16-year-old version of myself who set her sights on becoming an academic doctor. Being a young, black female student in South London, I knew the odds were stacked against me. But, with my Nigerian parent's nickname for me, "Doctor Kanayo," ringing in my ears, I remained undaunted.