Allen, David
Person: Academic
David Allen
School of Education, 22/04/14→ …
Postal address:University of Hertfordshire, Hatfield, HertfordshireUnited KingdomSocial Sciences, Arts & Humanities Research Institute, 20/04/14→ …
Postal address:University of Hertfordshire
Hatfield
Hertfordshire
AL10 9ABUnited KingdomSocial Sciences, Arts & Humanities Research Institute, 22/04/14→ 23/08/15
Postal address:University of Hertfordshire, Hatfield, HertfordshireUnited KingdomSchool of Education, 20/04/14→ 27/04/14
Postal address:University of Hertfordshire
Hatfield
Hertfordshire
AL10 9ABUnited Kingdom
Teaching specialisms
I currently teach across the BEd, PGCE, School Direct and BAES programs. I am the professional lead for Primary Science and Primary Art and Design and I also teach English and DPP.
Research interests
My current areas of interest are:
The development of ‘art conversations’ within the primary classroom as part of the ‘art journey’.
Exploring the impact of art therapy within Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2.
Researching how teachers are supported in eradicating discrimination, tackling homophobic bullying and creating an all-inclusive environment.
Commercial and public engagement
I provide Art and Design CPD (Continuing Professional Development) for in-service teachers.
Overview
David Allen has worked in education for the last twenty years. During this time he has taught in primary and middle schools in the United Kingdom and in Spain. David has been deputy head teacher in two schools and has taken part in advisory work at county level. He is currently Senior Lecturer for Primary Science and Primary Art and Design at the University of Hertfordshire. David is also the Link Tutor for The Shire Foundation SCITT in Luton.