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/ Luca N.
I deliver theoretical and practical modules in writing, recording and production techniques covering different disciplines and industries such as film, radio, electronic music and collaboration. I developed and delivered various modules encompassing audio practices for radio and podcasting, film and music theory, media writing, multimedia production, music production, performance, cultural research practice, sound studies, hybrid media, advanced design projects, dissertations, postgraduate supervision, and courses on composition for contemporary dance and theatre, as well as composing with sound.
I taught over 300 students with incredible talent. Some of them are now professional musicians, designers and engineers. My students praised my knowledge, passion for the subject and industry and creative flare.
I practise interdisciplinary education. My teaching philosophy revolves around student-centred education, prioritising individual critical thinking and creative development. I believe in creating an inclusive learning environment where students feel empowered to actively engage in discussions and share their ideas.
Employment history
Lecturer in Education- Havering College of Further and Higher Education (January 2005 – present)
Full-time teacher training on the following programmes: PCE/PGCE, PGCEHE, BA in Education Studies, BA in Education and Professional Studies and MA in Critical Studies and Education.
Main roles include:
· Identifying needs –carrying out initial assessments, agreeing individual learning plans.
· Planning learning – preparing schemes of work, session plans and teaching and learning materials to ensure the requirements of the syllabus are covered,
· Facilitating learning - using a variety of teaching and learning approaches.
· Assessing learning – checking learners have gained the necessary skills and knowledge and giving feedback to learners
· Supporting learners via tutorials and individual support
· Observing teaching practice
· Designing staff continuing professional development sessions
30 years teaching experience in diverse subjects in secondary education, FE and HE at different levels including:
· Functional Skills English and Maths Levels 1 and 2, GCSE English Language and Literature, BTEC Media Levels 1 to 3, A Level Media, and C&G 779 in Media,
· BA in Journalism, BSc in Media Technology, MA in Radio Production, BA in Education Studies, BA in Education and Professional Studies, PGCE and MA in Critical Studies and Education.
Additional Teaching Inspector – Tribal Ltd (2010-present) (freelance)
Main roles include:
· Quality inspections for OfSTED in private and public education providers
International consultancy work
· Advanced Post Qualification Certificate in Education (APCIT) project in conjunction with British Council in Nigeria (2010-13):
· Designed and implemented teacher training programmes to develop differentiation and inclusion skills for school and college teachers.
· Teacher training project under the auspices of Erasmus programme in Poland (2012 – present):
· Designed and implemented teacher training programmes to develop skills in tutoring and supporting less able learners for school and college teachers
· Teacher training project with University of Syria in conjunction with the British Council (2013-14):
· Designed and implemented teacher training programmes to develop skills in improving access and supporting less able learners for school and college teachers
Research experience
2008– 2015 – Doctoral research into methods of re-engaging young learners who had been excluded from school. . The aim of the research was to:
· investigate and identify factors responsible for lack of engagement in some young people
· analyse main theoretical models relating to special needs and learning disabilities
· investigate central government policies relating to issues of access, retention, quality of mainstream and non mainstream provision for young people at secondary and post secondary level
· design new curriculum and implement a programme aimed at re-engaging young people who have diverse learning barriers
1992-4 - MA research on use of rap music to develop literacy skills in disadvantaged learners. The aim of the research was to:
· Identify learning barriers which disadvantaged learners face when learning literacy skills in the classroom
· Analyse most effective approaches to teaching literacy to disadvantaged learners
· Devise an action research project based upon developing resources using rap music and implementing new strategies in the classroom
Research publications
· Supporting the Social and Emotional Learning of students in FE book due to be published by Routledge in March r 2024
· Supporting EAL Learners who have Dyslexia in FE. Conference paper delivered at LSRN conference in July 2023
· Supporting EAL Learners who have Dyslexia in FE. Book published by Routledge in February 2023
· Supporting Embedding academic skills into ITT lessons for trainees who have EAL. Article published in TELL journal March 2022
· An investigation into the learning experiences of Teachers on BTEC programmes. Article published in TELL journal. December 2021
· Embedding Digital Skills in vocational curricula. A paper co-delivered for SET webinar in November 2021
· Differentiating for adult learners . A paper delivered at SET webinar in August 2021
· The unique role that TED plays in FE in HE/ Article published in TELL Journal . April 2021
· The effectiveness of self –assessment for trainee teachers on a PGCE programme, paper delivered at EAPRIL 2019, University of Croatia, Lifelong Learning Conference. November 2019
· The effectiveness of self –assessment for trainee teachers on a PGCE programme, paper delivered at LSRN conference at University of Greenwich on April 14th, 2019
· Mindfulness and FE Teachers, paper delivered at LSRN conference at King’s College, University of London, on 30th November 2018
· The effectiveness of peer mentoring for adult learners on HE programmes, paper delivered at TELL conference at Lewisham College on 26trh February 2018
· An investigation into peer assessment and feedback amongst trainee teachers in the UK for EAPRIL 2017, University of Helsinki, Lifelong Learning Conference. November 2017
· Developing an HE Research Network in an FE College, paper delivered at ATL Post-16 Conference, July 6th 2017
· Popping the Question-PGCE trainee teachers and effective Socratic questioning research paper delivered at Teaching and Learning in LLS conference, Bedford College, 26th June 2017
· I can take it better coming from you’, - an investigation into peer assessment and feedback amongst PGCE trainee teachers in an FE college. Research paper undertaken with SUNCETT 2016-17
· Building for the Future? A comparative study of the learning experiences of three sets of learners on the Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment www.*** unpublished thesis 2014
· How effective are CPD programmes for FE staff in colleges? University of Greenwich LSRN/LSE Summer Conference London UK, July 2009 conference publication
· The effectiveness of Mentoring for PGCE trainees. University of East London teaching symposium, July 19th 2008, conference publication
· An exploration of how ‘Gangsta Rap’ music could develop Literacy skills in disengaged KS4 school students .MA unpublished thesis 1995.
Education and Qualifications
· Bristol University (1977-80). BA (Hons.) English and History
· Southampton University (1991-3). PGCE
· Institute of Education (1993-5). MA in Media Education
· Institute of Education (2008-14). Doctorate in Education
· Higher Education Academy (2016) Fellow
Contact information
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Film Studies and Media Studies lessons in London, UK.
Online Media Studies Instructors
My career has involved the management of change within an increasingly technological driven media workplace. I can offer 20+ years experience in this sector with particular knowledge of supported development and management of student learning. Established through my association with photographic and video work on a freelance basis and my time spend teaching at local colleges and universities. Business development has been a particular interest and success, with experience of all types of video production provision. In 2014 I set up NOW East Durham ( www.*** ), a social enterprise community magazine to ensure job seekers in particular from the 18-24 year age range can engage with a creative “real world” experience to increase their job prospects. We offer local perspectives on issues promoting positive values via an online magazine, social media, and a print magazine coupled with an internet radio station. Our primary aim is to involve the 18-24 year old job seeking demographic, enabling their personal development, improving their employment/interpersonal skills and employment prospects. We hoped to achieve this in particular by increasing confidence and self esteem with removing barriers that would be traditionally by in place associated with the media industry. Diligent, organised and efficient in my work, I excel at multi-tasking and possess first class customer service skills. I enjoy prioritising my workload to consistently produce work of high accuracy with excellent attention to detail skills and a logical approach to problem solving. My professionalism and organised approach enable me to remain calm when working under pressure and I am enthusiastic and conscientious, with a natural ability to deal appropriately with people on all levels. I also enjoy a challenge and am quick to learn new tasks and take on board new ideas. I undertake to try and attend all the conferences held to ensure that I am fully aware of all the current and future debates that involve the work of the photographer.
My working experience in the world of professional media production complement this such as magazine production as an editor and also creating community radio stations these have given my a good contact book which I can draw on when needed. with respect to my work at local colleges I delivered A2 print production to 15 students with all gaining grades of B to A's this year. I can ensure an absolute professional delivery of all aspects of media both theory and practical that is grounded in my own success rate in the past. You can expect guidance and support that reflects the current curriculum and embraces potential changes that are about to take place across the education system.
Mathematics lessons in Penryn, UK.
