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Lynne_SCILT @lynnescilt.bsky.social · 5d

Come join authors from @scotbpocwriters.bsky.social for a panel discussion. Writing Scotland's Future: Perspectives from Writers of Colour takes place 15/10/25 #BlackHistoryMonth at @unistrathclyde.bsky.social The Ramshorn. Lunch provided. Register for your free place: tinyurl.com/Writing-Scot...

Promotional flyer for 'Writing Scotland's Future: Perspectives from Writers of Colour' event on Wednesday 15 October 2025 at The Ramshorn, 98 Ingram Street, Glasgow G1 1EX. Panel of writers of colour will comprise: Titilayo Farukuoye, Yasmin Hanif and Safina Mazher. QR code in bottom right corner links to registration page.

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Prof Fiona Barclay @fionabarclay.bsky.social · Aug 13

History teachers in Scotland: teaching 'Migration and Empire' this year? Want to know how to teach about 'the impact of Scots'? Come and find out about brand new resources created by academics and teachers at this online session: 4pm, 10 Sept. Register here www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/decolonisi...

Decolonising the SQA Migration and Empire module

An event for History teachers who want to bring a more critical, globally-aware perspective to the Migration and Empire unit.

www.eventbrite.co.uk

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Scottish Wildlife Trust @scotwildlife.bsky.social · 26d

Do you have children aged 7-11 that fancy coming along for some autumnal themed activities?

Our Edinburgh Wildlife Watch Group is looking for new members to join in on their fun!

Head over to our website to find out more and book your FREE space.
buff.ly/b8SUuBA

A graphic showing the new location of the Edinburgh Wildlife Watch group, now located at the Water of Leith visitor centre. The group meets on the last Saturday of each month from 10.30am to 12.30.

A graphic showing the theme of the Edinburgh Wildlife Watch group's September session. The theme is folklore in the forest and will explore some autumnal stories.

A graphic showing the theme for the Edinburgh Wildlife Watch group's October session which is all about survival skills.

A graphic showing the theme of the Edinburgh Wildlife Watch group's November session which will be all about the water cycle and will take a closer look at the Waters of Leith.

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Sara Sheridan @sarasheridan.bsky.social · Sep 7

Sunday 🧵 of female adventurers:
1st Isabella Bird who wrote 18 books & travelled to US Australia Asia & Mid East. She took issue when the Times said she wore (shock) trousers to climb mountains. Always travelled armed but with apparatus to make tea & died at home packed for her next adventure. /1

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Bristol University Press Journals @bupjournals.bsky.social · Sep 4

We’re delighted to share the 1st issue of the Journal of Creative Research Methods with you all!

Our heartfelt thanks to everyone who has made the launch of this new journal possible! Especially
@sumingkhoo.bsky.social‬ @sophierwoodward.bsky.social‬ Harriet Shortt @drhelenkara ‬‬‬‬
#AcdemicSky

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Aileen Kennedy @profaileenk.bsky.social · Aug 20

We’re excited to announce our inaugural #CenTCS seminar series. All welcome - some will be held in person and some online. Check out our website for details and dates 👇

CenTCS @centcs.bsky.social · Aug 19

📣 #CenTCS #Seminar #Series 2025 -2026

CenTCS invites you to join the 2025-26 seminar series, where we will explore bold ideas, critical questions, and collaborative possibilities for educational transformation, through nine seminars led by #Fellows & #Affiliates

www.gla.ac.uk/research/az/...

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The Froebel Partnership @froebelpartnership.bsky.social · Aug 12

Read Amanda Burton Smith's blog which considers whether being connected to nature correlates to conserving it and if so, how an educator might engage with larger organisations in order to nurture positive attitudes towards conservation in children.

bit.ly/4nHwZbu

#Froebel #EngagingWithNature

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Mary J @primaryteachermary.bsky.social · Aug 8

Play Scotland have a new play space assessment toolkit out and it’s rather fabulous! #PlayIsTheWay @playscotland.bsky.social

www.playscotland.org

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LynneJ0nes @lynnej0nes.bsky.social · Aug 8

Study day for me in the NLS Reading Rooms today. Happy 💯birthday 🥳 Loved seeing the black & white collage pictures of staff dancing on the tables on the exhibition on the stairs

National Library of Scotland @natlibscot.bsky.social · Aug 7

🥳 Officially 100!

Happy official birthday to us! 🎂

Today we celebrate 100 years of curiosity, discovery, and connection. Thank you for sharing the joy!

#NLS100

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LynneJ0nes @lynnej0nes.bsky.social · Aug 2

📸Photo to mark the end of 5️⃣ days of @strath-ioe.bsky.social #PGR Writing Retreat yesterday afternoon. Productive, supportive & motivating all round. One legend among us even finished writing their thesis on Wednesday 🥳. Thanks to Sharon & Caitlin for making all the necessary arrangements.

Photo of group of about 20 doctoral researchers at Strathclyde Institute of Education on Friday 1 August 2025to mark the end of a week long writing retreat organised by Dr Sharon Hunter which took place in the Mary Dunn Wing of the Learning & Teaching Building at the University of Strathclyde city centre campus.

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LynneJ0nes @lynnej0nes.bsky.social · Jul 29

👀 @eneidalinguist.bsky.social my version of retreat with a beat 🎵✍️❤️

LynneJ0nes @lynnej0nes.bsky.social · Jul 29

Soundtrack for Day 2 @strath-ioe.bsky.social #PGR Writing Retreat - getting me out of my head & aim for words on a page rather than perfection #Flaws youtu.be/3Ob0ic-wyfo?...

Les Amazones d'Afrique - Flaws (Official Video)

YouTube video by Real World Records

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LynneJ0nes @lynnej0nes.bsky.social · Jul 29

Soundtrack for Day 2 @strath-ioe.bsky.social #PGR Writing Retreat - getting me out of my head & aim for words on a page rather than perfection #Flaws youtu.be/3Ob0ic-wyfo?...

Les Amazones d'Afrique - Flaws (Official Video)

YouTube video by Real World Records

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LynneJ0nes @lynnej0nes.bsky.social · Jul 29

📸 Yesterday’s photos from the breaks between ✍️ @strath-ioe.bsky.social #PGR Writing Retreat

Collage of 4 photos from around the University of Strathclyde campus. Title reads - Breaks in Thesis Writing: Retreat Day 1

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McRhon Banderlipe I @educ-everything.bsky.social · Jul 17

Hello! I appreciate your support of my @strath-ioe.bsky.social #PhD #research. I still need more participants. I would be grateful for your help in sharing this with any #activist #teachers in #Scotland whom you know (or if you are one yourself). Thank you.

forms.office.com/e/cjNE3UkNyY

#activism

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LynneJ0nes @lynnej0nes.bsky.social · Jul 9

👀 @lucyworsley.bsky.social #LadySwindler

Dr Angela Buckley @drangelabuckley.bsky.social · Jul 9

I spotted this rather fabulous sketch of a 'lady smuggler' (according to the exhibit's title) from 1788 in the Jersey Maritime Museum. Underneath the drawing is a long list of all the items of clothing she concealed under her voluminous skirts and smuggled to France.

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Helen O’Sullivan @hosphdmuses.bsky.social · Jul 3

📣 Primary School Teachers 📣

As part of my PhD in #SustainableFashion #Education I'd like to gather feedback from primary school teachers about incorporating #FastFashion issues within your classrooms.

It only takes 5 minutes plus completing a simple consent all found here:
tinyurl.com/59abr5bw

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Naomi Flynn @naomiflynn.bsky.social · Jun 12

A great BERABlog Special Issue on the diverse journeys of professional Doctorate students #EdD
#PGR #BERA
www.bera.ac.uk/blog-special...

The place of the EdD in personal and professional transformation

This special issue explores the value of the professional doctorate in education (EdD) journey and the sources of motivation for individuals pursuing their doctoral research based on their...

www.bera.ac.uk

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Barbara Jane van der Meulen @growteachers.bsky.social · Jun 25

Delighted to contribute tonight to the launch of @royalsoced.bsky.social new report on education reform and the national priorities.

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Mary J @primaryteachermary.bsky.social · Jun 19

Tips for meeting your new P1/Reception class, by me. wp.me/pgCtj1-q #EduSkyPrimary

Welcoming your New Primary 1 Class: Tips for a Joyful Transition from Nursery.

It’s time to meet your brand-new class! If you’re welcoming Primary 1 pupils at a school with an attached Early Learning department you may have seen some of your new little learners around t…

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Aileen Kennedy @profaileenk.bsky.social · Jun 4

Calling all teachers in Scotland - if you haven't already done so, please respond to the #CentreforTeachingExcellence survey so that the Centre can focus its thematic priorities on your needs. www.gla.ac.uk/research/az/...

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McRhon Banderlipe I @educ-everything.bsky.social · Jun 2

CALL FOR PARTICIPANTS

Seeking #activist teachers who are also qualified, fully registered & working in #Scotland schools. This is for my @unistrathclyde.bsky.social PhD exploring their experiences of #professionallearning & #activism.

Grateful for your support!
forms.office.com/e/cjNE3UkNyY

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LynneJ0nes @lynnej0nes.bsky.social · Jun 4

Yes, thanks Anne

LynneJ0nes @lynnej0nes.bsky.social · May 30

Brilliant news Anne! Have the bestest break.

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Marianne Doherty @mariannedoherty.bsky.social · May 21

I work for Scottish Book Trust and we’re running a survey for parents/teachers/kids book enthusiasts about how they find books for kids. I’d be enormously grateful if anyone can spare 5-10 mins to share their thoughts. #KidLitUK
forms.office.com/e/EdVhWA0T0n

Microsoft Forms

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LynneJ0nes @lynnej0nes.bsky.social · May 10

Love this idea!

Amanda Pickard #WeePonder @ajobpickard.bsky.social · Apr 27

Evening Folks, I am organising a wee Teachers Car Boot Swap, Sell, Share event - more details available just get in touch & please share, share, share #TeachersHelpingTeachers #EduSwap #DeclutterAndShare

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