Dr. Helen Demetriou

Biography

Helen obtained a PhD in developmental psychology from the Institute of Psychiatry, King's College London in 1998. She worked at the Centre for Social, Genetic, and Developmental Research and has been associated with the Faculty of Education at the University of Cambridge, where she has contributed as a Research and Teaching Associate and currently serves as an Associate Professor. Her teaching responsibilities span undergraduate, master's, and doctoral courses, including coordination of the British Psychological Society accreditation program in Masters Psychology Education. Helen’s research interests are vast and include sustaining pupils’ progress, boys’ performance in modern foreign languages, and the importance of consulting pupils on teaching and learning. She has been involved in various funded projects, including collaborations with the Gatsby Charitable Foundation aimed at enhancing opportunities for new teachers. Her editorial contributions have been notable, serving on the boards of several educational journals. Throughout her career, she has emphasized the significance of empathy and children's perspectives in educational settings, demonstrating an unwavering commitment to improving teaching methodologies and educational practices.

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