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International Professional Development Association @ipda-prof-learn.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

New on the IPDA blog - Finding My Tribe: Reflections of a Pracademic at ECER 2026 — Derek Boyle. On identity, belonging, conferences, and why asking for help is the most important thing an emerging researcher can do. ipda.org.uk/blog/finding... #IPDAConnect #ProfessionalLearning #Pracademic #ECR

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International Professional Development Association @ipda-prof-learn.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Join the Adult & FE SIG and help shape the conversation. Navigating the Now: exploring how FES educators are responding to post-pandemic realities, funding pressures, and changing learner needs events.teams.microsoft.com/event/c8900a84-e645-4afa-9f05-ba6b6ce36d0d@b8a1a50c-ee68-4e37-8e75-81107aa55a3d

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International Professional Development Association @ipda-prof-learn.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

Most read articles from Practice journal, both open access: •Beyond the ghosts: navigating identity, precarity, and haunting in freelance ELT •The shared palette: how philosophy, art, and phenomenology can help nursing education heal trauma Read here: www.tandfonline.com/action/showM...

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International Professional Development Association @ipda-prof-learn.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

IPDA Nigeria are co-organising a conference in Lagos this September: LASUED 2026 is calling for papers on Advancing Wellness and Intersectional Perspectives — in person and virtual attendance available. 📅 13–15 September 2026 ⚠️ Paper deadline: 30 August ipda.org.uk/event/ipda-n...

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International Professional Development Association @ipda-prof-learn.bsky.social · 15/08/2026

Well done to all involved in publishing this special issue. IPDA members can access in full via the Member Portal. ipda.org.uk/member-portal

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International Professional Development Association @ipda-prof-learn.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

Call for Papers — Practice Journal special issue on Socially Just Refugee Education: Global Challenges and Promising Practices. Empirical articles and think pieces welcome. Abstract deadline 1 Sept 2026 think.taylorandfrancis.com/special_issu... #CallForPapers #RefugeeEducation #PracticeJournal

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International Professional Development Association @ipda-prof-learn.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

Got something to say about professional learning? Write for the IPDA blog. Reflections, research, provocations, questions — all welcome. Members at any career stage. Guidelines at: ipda.org.uk/blog/ #IPDAConnect #ProfessionalLearning #AcademicBlogging

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International Professional Development Association @ipda-prof-learn.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

IPDA Vietnam is supporting ICEF 2026 — taking place 22–24 October at Cuc Phuong National Park, Vietnam. Theme: Empowering Learners in the Digital Global Era. Hybrid format — onsite and online. ipda.org.uk/event/22-24-... #IPDAConnect #ProfessionalLearning #ICEF2026 #Vietnam

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International Professional Development Association @ipda-prof-learn.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

IPDA 2026 conference resources now live in the Member Portal. Recordings with Dr Romina Madrid Miranda, international association chairs and the full Emerging Researcher Forum. All in one place for IPDA members ipda.org.uk/member-porta... #IPDAConnect #ProfessionalLearning #IPDA2026

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International Professional Development Association @ipda-prof-learn.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

We are delighted to announce that the IPDA International Conference is coming to Edinburgh, Scotland from 17–19 June 2027. For now — save the date and start planning your trip to one of Europe's most beautiful cities. #IPDA2027 #IPDAConnect #ProfessionalLearning #Edinburgh

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International Professional Development Association @ipda-prof-learn.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

Dr Eglė Pranckūnienė won Best Practice Paper at #IPDA 2026 for her paper on Transformative Professional Learning for AI-Enhanced Formative Assessment. She thought IPDA was cosy, friendly and a thought provoking experience." #professionaldevelopment #ipdaconnect

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International Professional Development Association @ipda-prof-learn.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

What does it feel like to present at IPDA? We asked three of our Dublin presenters. Three very different topics, one shared experience. Warm rooms, curious questions, and feedback that moves your work forward. Hear it in their own words. #IPDA2026 #IPDAConnect

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International Professional Development Association @ipda-prof-learn.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

There's still time for emerging researchers to sign up for our first ResTalk. Learn from and share with others about your research journey.

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International Professional Development Association @ipda-prof-learn.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

PDiE journal has made a huge impact over the years. All IPDA members have full online access. Not a member yet? Find out more at ipda.org.uk.

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International Professional Development Association @ipda-prof-learn.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

"I came to Dublin uncertain whether I belonged in the room. I left wondering how many more rooms I'd spent years convincing myself I didn't." New blog by Shez Russell on wicked problems, leadership as service, and presenting her research ipda.org.uk/reflections-...

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International Professional Development Association @ipda-prof-learn.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

This week the Practice Journal Writing Fellows gathered in Birmingham for a two-day retreat — a productive and enjoyable two days! Seven fellows worked with Editorial Board mentors, developing their skills and individual work. Well done to all our 2026 fellows and thank you to the mentors!

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International Professional Development Association @ipda-prof-learn.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

This is what IPDA 2026 looked like. Two days of brilliant conversations, new connections, and genuine warmth. If these faces are anything to go by, Dublin delivered. #IPDA2026 #IPDAConnect

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International Professional Development Association @ipda-prof-learn.bsky.social · 14/06/2026

Congratulations to presentation award winners at #IPDA2026: Best Paper: Emily Perry & Eleanor Hotham Best Research Paper: Jo Gallagher Best Practice Paper: Egle Pranckuniene & Gražina Šmitienė Best Early Career Researcher: Shez Russell

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International Professional Development Association @ipda-prof-learn.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

As the academic year closes, much of our learning risks going unspoken, buried in drafts, feedback, small wins and quiet changes to how we work. IPDA England's first ResTalk invites Emerging Researchers to surface and share those insights with one another. ipda.org.uk/9-july-2026-... #IPDAconnect

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International Professional Development Association @ipda-prof-learn.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

IPDA 2026 was a tremendous success — thank you to everyone who shared their work! Keynotes, paper presentations, round tables, posters — you were the conference. We hope you left Dublin feeling proud of what you contributed. Full gallery: flickr.com/photos/166145652@N02/albums/72177720334135970

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Dr Lizana Oberholzer @drlizanaoberholzer.bsky.social · 07/06/2026

Insightful to learn about the work of IPDA’s country associations! # IPDA2026

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Dr Lizana Oberholzer @drlizanaoberholzer.bsky.social · 07/06/2026

Wonderful to so many collaborative professional learning conversations!

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Dr Lizana Oberholzer @drlizanaoberholzer.bsky.social · 07/06/2026

Many congratulations! So well deserved!

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International Professional Development Association @ipda-prof-learn.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

Not able to join us in Dublin? You can still be part of #IPDA2026 by attending our Emerging Researcher Forum. It's online, free and open to all, with a keynote plus presentations and discussion on professional learning. Register here: ipda.org.uk/ipda-interna... #IPDAConnect #ProfessionalLearning

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Dr Lizana Oberholzer @drlizanaoberholzer.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

Looking forward to learning more about your work!

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LynneJ0nes @lynnej0nes.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

My contribution to the programme for #IPDA2026 Emerging Researchers Online Forum will be a speedy 10 minutes about ‘Geographies of data generation: learnings from mobile interviews with teacher leaders in Scotland’. I’ll draw on my #StrathEdD methods. See you there?

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International Professional Development Association @ipda-prof-learn.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

Day one of the IPDA Morocco Conference is done — and what a day! 🇲🇦 Brilliant keynote from Dr Mohammed Elmeski, insights from Dr Lizana Oberholzer and the IPDA Morocco team, and a full programme of presentations on professional learning and collaborative professionalism. Well done to the whole team!

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International Professional Development Association @ipda-prof-learn.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

The next two days promise a range of interesting presentations at the IPDA Morocco Conference. IPDA Chair Dr Lizana Oberholzer will open the second day with her keynote on Reimagining Professional Learning ipda.org.uk/21-22-may-20...

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International Professional Development Association @ipda-prof-learn.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

To launch #IPDA2026 all are welcome to join us for our Emerging Researcher Forum, which takes place on 4th June 2026. With a keynote from Mark Carver on doctorateness and graduateness as threshold concepts, plus several presentations and discussion. Free to attend. Register ipda.org.uk/ipda2026

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International Professional Development Association @ipda-prof-learn.bsky.social · 16/05/2026

IPDA Morocco's #ICPD2026 masterclass on Navigating Academic Publishing covers peer review, avoiding rejection, and finding your pathway to publication — with a live review activity included. Led by the IPDA editorial team. Find out more: ipdamorocco.my.canva.site/masterclass-...

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International Professional Development Association @ipda-prof-learn.bsky.social · 12/05/2026

Attending a conference such as #IPDA2026 is itself an act of professional learning. You encounter research that challenges your thinking, have meaningful conversations and leave with a clearer sense of where you're heading. Find out more and register here: ipda.org.uk/ipda2026

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International Professional Development Association @ipda-prof-learn.bsky.social · 10/05/2026

Thinking of joining us for #IPDA2026 - Two days of research, practice, and conversation with a global professional learning community. Whether presenting your research, exploring new ideas or looking to connect with others. Full details ipda.org.uk/ipda2026 #IPDAConnect #ProfessionalLearning

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International Professional Development Association @ipda-prof-learn.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

Registering for #IPDA2026 includes full IPDA membership - That means hard copies of two journals, electronic access to 5 Taylor & Francis journals, discount on Routledge books, collaboration opportunities, awards eligibility and more. One registration. A whole community. ipda.org.uk/ipda2026

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International Professional Development Association @ipda-prof-learn.bsky.social · 01/05/2026

At #IPDA2026 we will be hearing global insights from IPDA association leads representing Nigeria, Vietnam, India, Morocco, Wales, Scotland, England, Malta, the USA and more — all sharing research and practice. Register here: ipda.org.uk/ipda2026 #IPDAConnect #ProfessionalLearning

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International Professional Development Association @ipda-prof-learn.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

At #IPDA2026 we will be treated to a keynote from Dr Romina Madrid Miranda, Uni of Stirling - 'Mapping Networked Learning Systems for Equity and Sustainability', which will explore how professional learning can drive equity, sustainability, and systems change. Registration open ipda.org.uk/ipda2026

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International Professional Development Association @ipda-prof-learn.bsky.social · 27/04/2026

"IPDA has always prided itself on warm, welcoming conferences, where colleagues from all fields can learn from one another." Nathan Douglas, IPDA England Vice-Chair Register now at ipda.org.uk/ipda2026 #IPDA2026 #IPDAConnect #ProfessionalLearning

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International Professional Development Association @ipda-prof-learn.bsky.social · 26/04/2026

⏰ Early bird pricing for #IPDA2026 closes at the end of April — just a few days left! Save 15% on your registration for a two-day international conference on professional learning in Dublin, 5–6 June. 🔗 ipda.org.uk/ipda2026 #IPDAConnect #ProfessionalLearning

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International Professional Development Association @ipda-prof-learn.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

IPDA welcomes all doctoral researchers to join us on Thursday 7 May 2026 for a Spotlight Session: ‘De-mystifying the Viva’. If you’re a doctoral researcher, you are warmly invited to join this informative and practical session. Find out more and register: ipda.org.uk/7-may-2026-s...

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7 May 2026: Spotlight Session: De-mystifying the Viva

IPDA welcomes all doctoral researchers to our second Spotlight Session: ‘De-mystifying the Viva’. Date: Thursday 7 May 2026Time: 6.00pm – 7.00pm BSTRegister: Register with Zoom If you’re a docto...

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International Professional Development Association @ipda-prof-learn.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

Thinking about attending your first conference? This short video shows first-time attendees from our last event. IPDA is smaller and more connected than you might imagine. New members are made to feel welcome and very often return again. Register: ipda.org.uk/ipda2026 #IPDA2026 #ProfessionalLearning

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International Professional Development Association @ipda-prof-learn.bsky.social · 19/04/2026

Why attend #IPDA2026 in Dublin this June? ✔️ Share your research, get real feedback ✔️ Connect with a global community ✔️ Meaningful conversations on professional learning Researchers, practitioners, policymakers — all welcome. 🔗 ipda.org.uk/ipda2026 #IPDAConnect #ProfessionalLearning

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Professional Development in Education @pdiejournal.bsky.social · 17/04/2026

A great initiative from IPDA to support people to attend the conference this June. Please share with those you think may benefit from this.

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International Professional Development Association @ipda-prof-learn.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

Join the 2nd IPDA Scotland Symposium on 9 May at QMU. In uncertain times, the professional learning community matters more than ever. Our symposium seeks to find strength through shared experience — and to think carefully about what sustains us. Register: ipda.org.uk/scotland-sym...

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International Professional Development Association @ipda-prof-learn.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

Call for papers: IPDA Morocco is a supporting partner of the First International Conference on Applied Linguistics and English Language Teaching & Learning. 24–25 June 2026. Theme: Converging Disciplines, Evolving Classrooms: Applied Linguistics and ELT in Context. ipda.org.uk/ipda-morocco...

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June 24-25 2026: Submit papers for IPDA Morocco conference on applied linguistics and English language teaching

IPDA Morocco is proud to be a supporting partner of the First International Conference on Applied Linguistics and English Language Teaching & Learning, hosted by the Department of Foreign Languages an...

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