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Samantha King

Areas of Expertise

Academic Literacies | Academic Reading | Academic Writing | Study Skills

Biography

Sam has been a Learning Development tutor at the University of Northampton since 2018. Prior to this, she gained several years’ experience as an EAP lecturer in higher education, and taught English as a Foreign Language to teenagers and adults in F.E. colleges, the community, and the workplace.  She is an ALDinHE Certified Practitioner and a Fellow of AdvanceHE.  Her research interests include using the student voice to understand the student experience; supporting widening participation in the HE sector; and the development of academic writing skills among students.

How can I help learning developers?

I am happy to contribute to discussions surrounding developing academic writing and engaging students to promote widening participation.

Last modified: 30/05/2023