Caroline Smart BSc (Hons), PGCE
Principal Lecturer
- Sheffield Institute of Education
- Centre for Development and Research in Education
- Industry and Innovation Research Institute
Summary
I am a Principal Lecturer at Sheffield Institute of Education (SIoE). Part of my role is to lead Secondary Initial Teacher Education for undergraduate and postgraduate study. My personal research interests relate to science education and the values of individuals new to the profession toward science pedagogies.
About
Prior to joining Sheffield Hallam University, I worked in secondary schools across our region, including Rotherham, Sheffield and Nottinghamshire. I taught science to students ranging from Y7-13, specialising in physics. Whilst working in secondary schools I was head of department and led science departments across the northern region of a multi-academy trust.
Since joining Sheffield Hallam University I have taught across undergraduate and postgraduate courses. This has involved teaching science subject knowledge, science pedagogical knowledge and general education sessions. I was Course Leader for BSc Science Education with QTS prior to becoming Head of Area.
In my current role as Head of Area for Secondary Initial Teacher Education, I work closely with trainees, the secondary staff team, mentors in school and the wider partnership at Sheffield Hallam University. I continue to teach and support a range of trainees, delivering science specific sessions, science pedagogical sessions, visiting students on placement and offering support throughout their studies.
Teaching
Sheffield Institute of Education
College of Social Sciences and Arts
Sheffield Institute of Education Secondary Science
Research
Currently completing my EdD focussing on initial teachers' values and beliefs towards enquiry-based teaching and learning in science.
Media
Computing