By Professor Graeme Douglas, Department of Disability Inclusion and Special Needs School of Education, University of Birmingham “Louis Braille invented his eponymous code nearly 200 years ago. The tactile reading and writing system has transformed the lives of many blind people. More recently, computers and the internet have introduced new opportunities for accessing precious information. Braille, … Continue reading “Braille: a powerful practical tool and symbol of empowerment”
‘The Rose Effect’: Breaking down barriers for the deaf community and beyond
By Angie Wootten, Teaching Fellow in Education (Deafness and Hearing Impairment) School of Education, University of Birmingham Rose and Giovanni have stolen the nation’s collective heart each week with their exquisite dancing on BBC’s Strictly and 11 million people watched the couple lift the glitterball trophy. Beyond her amazing footwork what’s particularly intriguing and inspiring is … Continue reading “‘The Rose Effect’: Breaking down barriers for the deaf community and beyond”
Riding the wave: Smart charities vs The pandemic vs The post-pandemic
By Dr Roshan Boojihawon, Senior Lecturer in StrategyDepartment of Strategy and International Business, University of Birmingham The notable rise in charitable giving is welcomed news but is it sustainable or just a momentary burst in charitable giving? There is no doubt that the pandemic has brought together several factors that have contributed to this rise. … Continue reading “Riding the wave: Smart charities vs The pandemic vs The post-pandemic”
The 2022 Birmingham Commonwealth Games and potential economic benefits
By Dr Jing Du, Lecturer in FinanceBirmingham Business School, University of Birmingham. The Commonwealth Games will take place next year from 28 July to 8 August in Birmingham and at least 5,054 athletes from 72 Commonwealth nations are expected to participate. The Commonwealth Games has a huge reputation and the large-scale international multi-sport event is … Continue reading “The 2022 Birmingham Commonwealth Games and potential economic benefits”
5 ways the UK government and local communities can support Afghan refugees
By Natasha Nicholls, Research Assistant.Institute for Research into Superdiversity, University of Birmingham. Following the Taliban seizing control of Afghanistan, the country is facing a growing humanitarian crisis. Thousands are trying to flee the regime and have crowded outside Hamid Karzai International airport, currently the only operational route out of the country. Harrowing footage has shown … Continue reading “5 ways the UK government and local communities can support Afghan refugees”
The Power of the Outdoors
How being in nature can help prepare our children for the school year ahead. By Victoria Saunders, Lecturer in Primary Teacher Education School of Education, University of Birmingham We have made it to the 6 weeks summer holidays and that is an achievement in itself this year. The past two years have been without doubt the … Continue reading “The Power of the Outdoors”
Home education: a better choice or the destruction of socialisation?
By Dr Jing Du The Department of Finance, University of Birmingham Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, schools in many countries had to close and move from classroom-based to remote/online teaching since early 2020. According to BBC research, the number of children registered for home education increased by 75% in the first eight months of the … Continue reading “Home education: a better choice or the destruction of socialisation?”
School’s Out! But character still matters.
New resources to support families and children’s moral development over the summer break. By Catherine O’Leary, Andrew Maile and Joe McDowellJubilee Centre for Character and Virtues, University of Birmingham The Jubilee Centre’s, A Framework for Character Education in Schools, notes that ‘parents are the primary educators of their children’s character’. During the last 18 months, parents … Continue reading “School’s Out! But character still matters.”
Why offices must adapt to encourage people to return
By Hannes Read, Policy and Data Analyst City-REDI, University of Birmingham “People who tend to have more outgoing and extroverted personalities may be more likely to feel encouraged by more opportunities to network. Yet those who are less outgoing could feel that their wellbeing is best placed by working predominantly from home.” A new study … Continue reading “Why offices must adapt to encourage people to return”
NHS staff still going the extra mile
By Professor Mark Exworthy, Health Policy and Management Health Services Management Centre, University of Birmingham. Since March 2020, the commitment and hard work of NHS staff have been widely recognised as they respond to the covid pandemic – the regular 8pm `clap for carers’, impromptu street signs and banners across the UK, the Queen’s birthday … Continue reading “NHS staff still going the extra mile”