Dr. Jo Ferrie

Biography

Jo Edson Ferrie is a Professor of Sociology at the University of Glasgow, focusing on the enhancement of learning and teaching, particularly in improving access to research methods and skills training. Appointed as the Associate Dean for Skills and Method, she has been recognized with the Principal Fellow of the Higher Education Academy for her excellence in teaching. Her notable contributions include pioneering teaching of research methods at the University and leading the Glasgow Q-Step initiative. With a background in sociology and a PhD from the Centre for Disability Research, she has significantly influenced academic practice, embedding critical skills for both undergraduate and postgraduate students. Her research interests encompass areas of human rights, disability rights, and innovative teaching methodologies. Ferrie has established a reputation for fostering knowledge exchanges between academia and various organizations, impacting areas such as social sciences and disability policies. She has published extensively on skills training for graduate students and played an instrumental role in national training initiatives. Currently, her work involves developing postgraduate training provisions and creating interdisciplinary courses that align with the Sustainable Development Goals. A strong advocate for social justice, Ferrie actively collaborates on projects addressing human rights and social welfare, both in Scotland and beyond.

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