Elizabeth Hidson

Conference Proceedings June 2023

Introduction

Conference proceedings june 2023. Explore SunRAE's June 2023 conference proceedings from the University of Sunderland. This open-access journal shares insights on international teacher training, research & global teaching practices.

Abstract

Welcome to the second volume of the Sunderland Reflective Action in Education (SunRAE) journal. This open access journal was the brainchild of the University of Sunderland’s International Initial Teacher Training team. The team, working with internationally based trainee teachers since 1999, had long discussed the fascinating insights into international practice that were shared through the formal assignments built into the master’s-level modules within the Postgraduate Certificate in Education programmes. They saw the great wealth of knowledge that the assessment process produced, but of course, this was private to the trainees and graduates. The team wanted a way to collate, curate and share work so that international teachers could learn from others around the world. The idea for the journal was born. The idea was that trainees and recent graduates could submit their work to the journal, experience a supportive and developmental review process and have their work published through the journal. In the 2021-2022 academic year, the team was awarded a Vice-Chancellor’s Teaching Fellowship for the SunRAE project. The initial project scope included a conference and an open access e-journal. Thanks to further internal funding it grew to include a podcast series, posters and TeachMeet videos at the conference, and in effect, the development of a community and culture of practice around research and teaching in international schools from the perspective of those involved in international initial teacher training through the University of Sunderland. This first issue of the second volume commemorates the June 2023 conference and acts as conference proceedings as well as an archive of the event. Where material is accessible online, it provides hyperlinks. We hope that you enjoy exploring SunRAE and all it has to offer.

Review

The "Conference Proceedings June 2023," presented as the inaugural issue of the second volume of the Sunderland Reflective Action in Education (SunRAE) journal, introduces a compelling platform for sharing insights in international teacher training. Originating from the University of Sunderland's International Initial Teacher Training team, SunRAE addresses a clear need: to move valuable, practice-based knowledge from private trainee assignments into a curated, accessible, and shared space. This open-access journal aims to foster a global learning community, enabling international teachers to learn from diverse experiences and reflective practices worldwide. This particular volume serves not only as conference proceedings but also as a vital archive of the June 2023 event. A significant strength of the SunRAE initiative lies in its holistic and developmental approach. The commitment to an open-access model ensures wide dissemination of practical knowledge, which is crucial for a globally dispersed audience. Furthermore, the journal's promise of a "supportive and developmental review process" for trainees and recent graduates is highly commendable, providing an invaluable opportunity for emerging educators to engage in scholarly publishing. The evolution of the project beyond the e-journal to include a conference, podcast series, posters, and TeachMeet videos demonstrates a robust vision for building a vibrant community and culture of practice around international teacher training. The provision of hyperlinks to accessible online material within these proceedings further enhances their utility and interactive potential. While this abstract effectively outlines the journal's laudable genesis, mission, and the scope of the SunRAE project, future introductions to conference proceedings would benefit from offering a more granular overview of the specific themes, key discussions, or highlights from the conference itself. This would provide readers with a clearer understanding of the substantive content and the "fascinating insights" promised. Nevertheless, SunRAE represents an excellent and much-needed initiative that effectively bridges the gap between academic assessment and professional knowledge sharing. Its dedication to cultivating a global community of reflective practitioners, especially within international initial teacher training, positions it as a valuable resource poised to make significant contributions to the field.

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