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UCL Institute of Education @ioe.bsky.social · 1d

Just published: #IOEImpactStories 2025, @uclgrandchallenges.bsky.social special edition!
This collection presents 12 research stories at UCL Institute of Education that are tackling complex global, national and local challenges to drive meaningful social change.
Explore: uclioe.info/48hP0YI

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UCL Innovation & Enterprise @uclenterprise.bsky.social · 6d

We’re proud to announce UCL has partnered with Loughborough University London to launch the Creative Experience Lab London, a creative experience hub that aims to establish the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park as a leading base for innovation in the experience economy.

Read more: bit.ly/3IUgysG

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IOE Library @ioelibrary.bsky.social · 6d

You can find our IT Help Desk just inside the library, right by the library Help Desk. It is open Monday to Friday from 09.00 to 17.00, with a break at lunchtime. Here's a photo of student Sam getting his IT issues solved.

A smiling male student sits with an open laptop at a desk behind which sits a woman assisting him with his IT issues.

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UCL Office for Open Science and Scholarship @uclopenscience.bsky.social · 9d

With only three weeks until Open Access Week 2025, we're getting excited ✨

Have a read of our latest blog post to find out how we'll be joining this year's conversation, including a webinar with UCL experts in Copyright, Rights Retention, Research Integrity and Citizen Science 💻

Looking Forward to Open Access Week 2025 | UCL Open@UCL Blog

UCL Homepage

blogs.ucl.ac.uk

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UCL Institute of Education @ioe.bsky.social · 9d

📅 Discover your future at UCL by attending our Undergraduate Virtual Open Days

Sessions are taking place from 13-17 October and include course introductions, inspiring taster sessions and an opportunity to ask any questions you might have.

Book your place: www.ucl.ac.uk/ioe/open-days/...

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UCL Institute of Education @ioe.bsky.social · 15d

🎉 Registrations are now open for our Undergraduate Virtual Open Days!

Join us online from 13–17 October to:
📖 Have an introduction to our courses
📝 Experience a live taster session
📚 Chat with staff and students

Sign up: www.ucl.ac.uk/ioe/open-days/...

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UCL Institute of Education @ioe.bsky.social · 12d

Thinking about teaching? Start your journey at our Teacher Training Open Evening.

🗓 Tue 4 Nov 2025 | 4–7 pm
📍 UCL Institute of Education, London

• Explore PGCE routes
• Discover our Secondary Maths Teacher Apprenticeship
• Meet staff & advisors

Book your place: www.ucl.ac.uk/ioe/news-and-e...

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UCL Department of Geography @uclgeography.bsky.social · 14d

Maps can inspire discovery – or fuel division.

Prof James Cheshire’s Library of Lost Maps explores both sides. Hear his talk at the @rgsibg.bsky.social Monday Night Lecture, 6 Oct.

Book now: tinyurl.com/ucl-llm

#UCLGeography #MapsMatter #LibraryOfLostMaps

The library of lost maps - lecture

Hear from James Cheshire as he uncovers hidden gems from a lost map library, revealing how maps and their makers have shaped our world.

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UCL Office for Open Science and Scholarship @uclopenscience.bsky.social · 14d

Autumn is officially in the air, and so is copyright 🍂©️

Whatever way you are using text and images this term, UCL copyright team has a session to support you 💻

Take a look at the programme and register for a session 👉 buff.ly/o1y0g15

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Several cards on a wooden surface, where the following are printed on each: 'using images', 'copyright and GenAI', 'including materials in dissertations', 'publishing contracts', 'social media and copyright', 'protecting your copyright', 'permissions', 'Creative Commons'.

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IOE Library @ioelibrary.bsky.social · 16d

Wishing a Happy New Year to everyone celebrating Rosh Hashanah!

UCL branded graphic. A stylised illustration of a bowl of honey, a pomegranate and apples on the right and text saying 'Happy Rosh Hashanah' on the left.

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IOE Library @ioelibrary.bsky.social · 22d

Book a tour! Find out how to make the most of our services, facilities and collections by booking your place on a free tour led by IOE library staff. They take place between 22 Sept and 9 Oct, and last 30 mins (tour) or one hour (tour and induction). Book now: tinyurl.com/6xyfv8bj

A friendly IOE librarian speaks to a group of students standing in front of him in the IOE Library.

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UCL Libraries @ucllibraries.bsky.social · 24d

Our guides, training and support enable you to develop your information literacy skills. Find out more and make the best use of our libraries. https://library-guides.ucl.ac.uk/skills #WelcomeToUCL

Students facing each other across the table in the library.

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IOE Library @ioelibrary.bsky.social · 23d

Click and Collect: www.ucl.ac.uk/library/usin...
Scan and Send: www.ucl.ac.uk/library/find...
Laptop Loans: www.ucl.ac.uk/library/usin...
Opening Hours: www.ucl.ac.uk/library/usin...

Opening hours

Opening hours for our libraries and study spaces.

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IOE Library @ioelibrary.bsky.social · 23d

Welcome new students! We're here to support you during your UCL journey. Here are some essential services to help you make the most of your studies. Come and speak to our friendly librarians at the Help Desk if you have any questions. We are here and happy to help.

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UCL Libraries @ucllibraries.bsky.social · Sep 1

This year's theme for East and South East Asian Heritage Month is reframing resilience, to honour and celebrate the voices and experiences of immigrant communities. Share your book recommendations here: https://ucl-global.libwizard.com/f/EastAndSouthEastAsianHeritageMonth2025

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IOE Library @ioelibrary.bsky.social · 23d

We are still putting finishing touches to things, but we'd love to hear your thoughts about the newly refurbished library space. Follow this link to complete a short survey. It will only take a minute!
forms.office.com/e/pYk4XB5K1x

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UCL Institute of Education @ioe.bsky.social · 29d

snapshots from this year's @ucl.ac.uk graduations 🎓📸

#UCLGrad

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IOE Library @ioelibrary.bsky.social · Sep 8

We are still putting finishing touches to things, but we'd love to hear your thoughts about the newly refurbished library. Follow this link to complete the short survey and share your views.
forms.office.com/e/pYk4XB5K1x

Text says 'What do you think of the new library space? Complete this short survey!' There are images of the library redevelopment and a person thinking.

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UCL Institute of Education @ioe.bsky.social · Sep 8

A big congratulations to all our students graduating today! 💜

We're incredibly proud of everything you've achieved – and we can't wait to see what you'll do next 🎓🎉 #UCLGrad

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IOE Library @ioelibrary.bsky.social · Sep 5

Level 5 has always been a fan favourite for users who prefer peaceful study space. We have reorganised the area to provide 40 additional study spaces and created a beautiful display area to showcase our resources. You will still find luscious greenery both inside and on view from the windows.

Three images of the refurbished space. Text reads Level 5, new look.

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IOE Library @ioelibrary.bsky.social · Sep 5

Moving to Level 3, we have reorganised the space and improved the soundproofing to keep this area a great place for quiet study. It now holds 218 study spaces. We have a large area of PC and monitor desks and added private study pods.

Three images of the refurbished space. Text reads Level 3, new look.

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IOE Library @ioelibrary.bsky.social · Sep 5

If you’ve visited us before, you’ll see we’ve had a makeover. If you’re new to IOE, here's a taste of our updated space, complete with new furniture, better electrics, and more study areas: 561 in total across 3 floors. Here's Level 4, with 63 new study spaces, and new sofas, desks, and glass pods.

Three images of the refurbished space. Text reads Level 4, new look.

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IOE Library @ioelibrary.bsky.social · Sep 2

To find out more about our services and resources, and how we can support you during your UCL journey, come and and have a chat to us at the Help Desk. Find us on Level 4 of the IOE building. www.ucl.ac.uk/library/usin...

IOE Library

The Newsam Library and Archives at IOE, UCL’s Faculty of Education and Society, holds extensive collections of current and historical materials on education and related areas of social science.

www.ucl.ac.uk

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IOE Library @ioelibrary.bsky.social · Sep 2

Welcome to our new PGCE students! We are excited for you to visit our newly refurbished library. We have created a display specifically for you to help you become great educators. Find resources to prepare for teaching placements, navigate your UCL journey, and support your wellbeing. #NewToUCL

Display shelves with plants, books and posters signposting resources for PGCE students.

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UCL Institute of Education @ioe.bsky.social · Aug 31

Jo Van Herwegen @ucl-ioe-phd.bsky.social also advocates for universal screenings in early primary school, a more inclusive way to develop tailored support for students, based on both strengths and weaknesses.

Also featured in Tes' top articles on SEND 👇
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5 top Tes articles on SEND

This summer we’re rounding up some of our most popular recent features on different education topics. Here are our top five articles on SEND and inclusion

www.tes.com

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