Following an initial training in English Studies and French, I changed direction and pursued my interest in IT, gaining a Masters degree in the discipline en route. I have taught both French and Computing Studies in Scottish secondary schools and was latterly head of the Computing section of a newly formed ICT department. My current position is that of Lecturer on the ITE programme, working primarily with Computing Studies/Business Studies Education students. I am also co-ordinator of the School of Education's Summer Academic Programme and co-ordinates The Stirling Institute's microteaching programme with Dr John I'Anson.
My research interests include transition (Primary/Secondary) and student teacher identities/development.
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Reframing the practicum: Constructing performative space in initial teacher education
Wilson G & I'Anson J (2006) Reframing the practicum: Constructing performative space in initial teacher education. Teaching and Teacher Education, 22 (3), pp. 353-361. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tate.2005.11.006
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'They think that swearing is okay': First lessons in behaviour management
McNally J, I'Anson J, Whewell C & Wilson G (2005) 'They think that swearing is okay': First lessons in behaviour management. Journal of Education for Teaching, 31 (3), pp. 169-185. https://doi.org/10.1080/02607470500169006
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Mirrors, reflections and refractions: the contribution of microteaching to reflective practice
I'Anson J, Rodrigues S & Wilson G (2003) Mirrors, reflections and refractions: the contribution of microteaching to reflective practice. European Journal of Teacher Education, 26 (2), pp. 189-199. https://doi.org/10.1080/0261976032000088729