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International Professional Development Association @ipda-prof-learn.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Open access in Practice: Dowling on the essential skills for detached youth work with marginalised young people. Practical findings on role modelling, shared learning, and practitioner development with relevance beyond the UK. www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.... #YouthWork #PracticeJournal

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International Professional Development Association @ipda-prof-learn.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

In this short piece from IPDA England's last conference, Stuart Mitchell reflects on agency, curiosity, and what it really means to reclaim your own professional learning. Submit abstract: ipda.org.uk/event/ipda-e...

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International Professional Development Association @ipda-prof-learn.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Open access in Practice: An autoethnographic exploration of the hidden forces shaping identity in ELT contexts. A great read by Thomas Stringer for practitioners navigating space between practice and academia. www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.... #TeacherIdentity #PracticeJournal

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International Professional Development Association @ipda-prof-learn.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

We have a rich events programme planned for the coming year: events with our international associations, SIG meetings, sessions for emerging researchers, plus our UK conferences. Whatever your role in professional learning, there is something for you. ipda.org.uk/events-calen...

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International Professional Development Association @ipda-prof-learn.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

With a new academic year underway, now is a great time to join IPDA, especially if professional learning is central to your work. Membership fees unchanged, from just £30 for the year. Explore the benefits and join today: ipda.org.uk/become-a-member #IPDAConnect #ProfessionalLearning

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International Professional Development Association @ipda-prof-learn.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

New academic year, how do you make it work for you? Join our Emerging Researchers ResTalk session. An informal online discussion for researchers balancing it all. Register: events.teams.microsoft.com/event/7f9bc0db-8311-4f67-94d9-9c87911544cb@b8a1a50c-ee68-4e37-8e75-81107aa55a3d #DoctoralResearch

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International Professional Development Association @ipda-prof-learn.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Are you involved in leading CPD in the Midlands? You may wish to join the next WM CPD Partnership meeting on 9 Nov with speaker Philippa Cordingley (CUREE) exploring the Chartered College commissioned report on Didagogy. ipda.org.uk/west-midland...

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International Professional Development Association @ipda-prof-learn.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

We are delighted to announce the call for abstracts for the IPDA England Conference 2027 taking place at Birmingham City University on 22 January 2027. Theme: The space between… re-imagining professional learning for transformation ipda.org.uk/event/ipda-e... #CallForAbstracts

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International Professional Development Association @ipda-prof-learn.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

New podcast in the Voices from the Frontline series. Dr James Ingham — from music teacher to Head of Secondary ITE — on professional learning, research-informed practice, and supporting trainee teachers. ipda.org.uk/podcast/voic... #IPDAConnect #TeacherEducation

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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 · 20/08/2026

IPDA has active networks and associations across the globe and we'd love to connect with you. Whether you're a researcher, practitioner, policymaker, or educator, there's a place for you in the IPDA community. Become a member today: ipda.org.uk/become-a-mem... #ProfessionalLearning

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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 · 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 · 31/07/2026

Not an IPDA member yet? Online membership is just £30 a year. Gain full access to seven journals, scholarship eligibility, book discount, collaboration opportunities, and a warm global community. Join here: ipda.org.uk/become-a-mem... #IPDAConnect #ProfessionalLearning #Membership

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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 · 30/07/2026

IPDA Morocco is a partner on this forthcoming international online conference in September, for which abstracts are now being accepted around Interdisciplinary Collaboration and Teacher Professional Development. Full details: sites.google.com/view/interdisciplinary-pd-2026 #ProfessionalLearning

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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 · 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 · 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 · 17/07/2026

IPDA Members: AI is a very active topic in our community. As an IPDA member, you have access to some of the best research. In the Member Portal we've highlighted 7 articles across 7 journals. Log in for the direct links: ipda.org.uk/member-porta... #IPDAConnect #AIinEducation

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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 · 14/07/2026

Ep. 2 of Voices from the Front Lines podcast - Joely Fashokun (University of Brighton) on maths teacher education, equity, Black student experiences in HE, and why professional learning has to be non-negotiable. Listen on our website, Spotify, Apple etc. ipda.org.uk/voices-from-... #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

"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

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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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 · 06/06/2026

The IPDA Thesis Prize 2026 is awarded to Dr Elizabeth McClure for her work on student teachers' emotions on school placement. A runner up prize was given to Dr David Johnston for work on the role of zoo & aquarium professional development in teacher learning. Congratulations to both!

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

Collaboration, conversation, and connection — these are at the heart of every IPDA conference. With such a wide range of voices in the room, there's always something new to learn and someone whose experiences speak directly to your own.

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

It was a pleasure to issue several IPDA Fellowships and Distinguished Fellowships to members of our community who have made a large impact. Congratulations to Linda Devlin, Manpreet Kaur Bagga, Gary Beauchamp, Pauline Smith and Balwant Singh. Look out for full details soon.

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

On day 1 of #IPDA2026 we heard insights from our international Chairs. We revisted the history of established IPDA countries, shared highlights from newer associations and were offered opportunities to collaborate. Our international input grows each year and offers a unique angle to our event.

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

The 2026 IPDA International conference was off to a great start with our first keynote from Romina Madrid Miranda on Mapping Networked Learning Systems for Equity and Sustainability, which was an inspirational start to the the day. #IPDA2026 #professionallearning

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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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International Professional Development Association @ipda-prof-learn.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

The IPDA 2026 programme is now available. Browse the full schedule for two days of keynotes, presentations, and conversations in Dublin, 5–6 June. ipda.org.uk/ipda2026 #IPDA2026 #IPDAConnect #ProfessionalLearning

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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 · 08/05/2026

Getting to #IPDA2026 in Dublin? Our venue - Spencer Hotel, Excise Walk — 4-star, right on the River Liffey. Dublin Airport is around 20–30 minutes away. Dublin is popular in June. Book early — and book an extra day to explore the city. Full travel details at ipda.org.uk/ipda2026

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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 · 29/04/2026

A word from IPDA Chair Dr Lizana Oberholzer ahead of #IPDA2026: "IPDA conferences are about connection, collaborative learning, and celebrating each other — always friendly, safe spaces where we connect to make a difference to the communities we serve." Register: 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

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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