International Professional Development Association: supporting professional learners in education.
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Congratulations to presentation award winners at #IPDA2026:
Best Paper: Emily Perry & Eleanor Hotham
Best Research Paper: Jo Gallagher
Best Practice Paper: Egle Pranckuniene & Gražina Šmitienė
Best Early Career Researcher: Shez Russell
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IPDA 2026 was a tremendous success — thank you to everyone who shared their work! Keynotes, paper presentations, round tables, posters — you were the conference. We hope you left Dublin feeling proud of what you contributed. Full gallery on Flickr: flickr.com/photos/166145652@…
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As the academic year closes, much of our learning risks going unspoken, buried in drafts, feedback, small wins and quiet changes to how we work. IPDA England's first ResTalk invites Emerging Researchers to surface and share those insights with one another.
ipda.org.uk/9-july-2026-ipda…
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The IPDA Thesis Prize 2026 is awarded to Dr Elizabeth McClure for her work on student teacher emotions on school placement. A runner up prize was given to Dr David Johnston for work on the role of zoo & aquarium professional development in teacher learning. Congratulations both!
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Collaboration, conversation, and connection — these are at the heart of every IPDA conference. With such a wide range of voices in the room, there's always something new to learn and someone whose experiences speak directly to your own.
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It was a pleasure to issue several IPDA Fellowships and Distinguished Fellowships to members of our community who have made a large impact. Congratulations to Linda Devlin, Manpreet Kaur Bagga, Gary Beauchamp, Pauline Smith and Balwant Singh. Look out for full details soon.
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On day 1 of #IPDA2026 we heard insights from our international Chairs: We revisted the history of established countries, shared highlights from new associations & were offered opportunities to collaborate. International input grows each year and offers a unique angle to our event
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The 2026 IPDA International conference was off to a great start with our first keynote from Romina Madrid Miranda on Mapping Networked Learning Systems for Equity and Sustainability, which was an inspirational start to the the day.
#IPDA2026 #professionallearning
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Not able to join us in Dublin? You can still be part of #IPDA2026 by attending our Emerging Researcher Forum. It's online, free and open to all, with a keynote plus presentations and discussion on professional learning. Register:
ipda.org.uk/ipda-internation…
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The IPDA 2026 programme is now available. Browse the full schedule for two days of keynotes, presentations, and conversations in Dublin, 5–6 June. ipda.org.uk/ipda2026
#IPDA2026 #IPDAConnect #ProfessionalLearning
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🎙️New podcast series: Voices from the Front Lines — conversations with teacher trainers & educators from across London and the South East.
Ep 1 live: host Derek Boyle speaks with Dr Emily Sayers (CCCU) on professional identity, reflective practice & more.
open.spotify.com/episode/7Ks…
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Day 1 of the IPDA Morocco Conference is done, and what a day! Brilliant keynote from Dr Mohammed Elmeski, insights from Dr Lizana Oberholzer and the IPDA Morocco team, and many presentations on professional learning and collaborative professionalism. Well done to the whole team!
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The next two days promise a range of interesting presentations at the IPDA Morocco Conference. IPDA Chair Dr Lizana Oberholzer will open the second day with her keynote on Reimagining Professional Learning ipda.org.uk/21-22-may-2026-c… @LO_EduforAll
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To launch #IPDA2026 all are welcome to join our Emerging Researcher Forum on 4th June 2026. With a keynote from Mark Carver on doctorateness and graduateness as threshold concepts, plus presentations and discussion. Free to attend. Register ipda.org.uk/ipda2026
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IPDA Morocco's #ICPD2026 masterclass on Navigating Academic Publishing covers peer review, avoiding rejection, and finding your pathway to publication — with a live review activity included. Led by the IPDA editorial team. Find out more: ipdamorocco.my.canva.site/ma…
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Attending a conference such as #IPDA2026 is itself an act of professional learning. You encounter research that challenges your thinking, have meaningful conversations and leave with a clearer sense of where you're heading. Register here: ipda.org.uk/ipda2026
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Thinking of joining us for #IPDA2026 - Two days of research, practice, and conversation with a global professional learning community. Whether presenting your research, exploring new ideas or looking to connect with others. Full details ipda.org.uk/ipda2026
#IPDAConnect
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Getting to #IPDA2026 in Dublin? Our venue - Spencer Hotel, Excise Walk, 4-star, right on the River Liffey. Dublin Airport around 20–30 minutes away. Dublin is popular in June. Book early — and book an extra day to explore the city. Full travel details at ipda.org.uk/ipda2026
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Registering for #IPDA2026 includes full IPDA membership - hard copies of two journals, online access to 5 Taylor & Francis journals, discount on Routledge books, collaboration opportunities, awards eligibility and more. One registration. A whole community. ipda.org.uk/ipda2026
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At #IPDA2026 we will be hearing global insights from IPDA association leads representing Nigeria, Vietnam, India, Morocco, Wales, Scotland, England, Malta, USA and more — all sharing research and practice. Register here: ipda.org.uk/ipda2026 #IPDAConnect #ProfessionalLearning
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