Dr Nicole Brown

Call for participants! “Ripped off in Academia: Costs and Consequences of Unethical Practices in Research” Background In informal settings, academics of all career stages talk about being ripped off in higher education: they experience or witness unethical practices in research. Unethical practices described include but are not limited to: …academics […]

Creativity has become a buzzword across all disciplines in education and across all phases, from early years through to tertiary education. Although the meaning of creativity can change vastly depending on the global educational setting, it is impossible to ignore the applicability and relevance of creativity as an educational tool, philosophical framework and pedagogical approach.

The Diversity Network asked me for an interview to answer the question: what is it really like to be working in academia with a disability?

In this blog post I try to answer the question that I am often asked in my presentations and workshops: "What should I do with notes and journals?".

This article reports an empirical study into the lived experience of fibromyalgia, which led to the identificiation of four forms of resistance against processes of marginalisation amongst those who have been diagnosed with fibromyalgia.

Deeply embedded in personal experiences, this perceptive book provides examples for universities to develop inclusive practices, accessible working and learning conditions and a less ableist environment.

This is an example of a prize-winning research impact poster.

If students are to take responsibility for their learning, then why are they not also in charge of their assessments? This question forms the basis for this paper that is co-written between two students and one member of staff.

The chapter offers reflections on how imagination can be nurtured in the practice of teacher education.

The paper reports on the lived experience of fibromyalgia, which used identity boxes and metaphorical representation to offer a holistic view.

This is to stimulate a discussion around boundaries of research, ethics and ownership of "messy data" resulting from creative methods.

Download my presentation from the "Islam and Peaceful Relations" conference from here.

Brain fog is difficult to explain. So I tried to create a simulation of an episode of brain fog.

This is a review of Harry Fletcher-Wood's book on how checklists can make all aspects of teaching more effective.

I believe in challenging students and having high expectations of everyone in the classroom. This is coupled with appropriate support and guidance. However, challenging pupils is not an easy task and must be planned for meticulously.