Dr. Sara Hennessy

Biography

Sara Hennessy is a Professor in the Faculty of Education at the University of Cambridge, where she specializes in Educational Dialogue and Pedagogical Inquiry. She supervises master’s and doctoral courses and is a fellow at Hughes Hall College. Sara’s research focuses on analyzing classroom dialogue, the educational uses of digital technology, and teacher professional development, particularly in high and low-income country contexts. As a founding member and leader of the Cambridge Educational Dialogue Research (CEDiR) Group, she aims to navigate the impact of dialogue on educational theory, policy, and practice across various academic disciplines and age groups. Sara is also the Research Director of the £30m FCDO-funded EdTech Hub, collaborating internationally to enhance teaching practices and inquiry-based learning in sub-Saharan Africa. Her extensive background includes holding an ESRC Research Fellowship and contributing significantly to research on interactive teaching and collaborative learning. Sara has published numerous articles, contributing to influential journals and edited volumes on educational technology and professional learning resources.

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