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 “Timothy, success is nothing to fear.” Cartoon by Edward Koren.February 9, 1987 Introduction: As an associate lecturer at Chelsea College, assessment plays a big role in my teaching practice. While structure of assessment can offer students valuable feedback and guidance, … Continue reading →

 Painting by H, Watercolour on paper, 2025 _______________________________ Intro:  This case study explores my recent work with H, who is experiencing early to mid-stage dementia. We have termed the role ‘creative companionship,’ where weekly sessions aim to stimulate, enhance, and … Continue reading →

Ella Belenky, Letting Fresh Air In, 2021 Introduction This case study explores the rise of ADHD awareness and its implications for learning, creativity, and pedagogy. We are living in an era of hyperactivity, shaped by multiple intersecting factors: Challenge and … Continue reading →

 * While I forgot to take pictures from my micro-teaching lesson, here is an image from another experience of this lesson in action. Carrier Bag Lesson and The Aesthetics of Material Storytelling *Something to note: ahead of Wednesday’s session I … Continue reading →

Session/artefact to be observed/reviewed:’Aesthetics of Repair’ Workshop Size of student group: 15 students Observer: Rosaline Love Observee: Ella Belenky Note: This record is solely for exchanging developmental feedback between colleagues. Its reflective aspect informs PgCert and Fellowship assessment, but it … Continue reading →

Before our first PGCE workshop, I was assigned to read Macdonald and Michaela’s 2019 article, The Design Critique and the Moral Goods of Studio Pedagogy. The paper explores how critique structures contribute to the studio learning environment, drawing insights from interviews with … Continue reading →

Hi PGCE cohort! Lovely to meet some of you on Friday’s induction. A bit about myself: I currently teach as an AL at Chelsea on the Graphic Design Graduate Diploma course. My own practice is driven by a synergy of … Continue reading →