DATA EDUCATION IN SCHOOLS - Key Persons


Angela Hunter

Job Titles:
  • Administrator for the Centre for Research
  • Centre Administrator

Claire Sowton

Job Titles:
  • Communications Manager
I look after the various communications channels of the Data Education in Schools project.

Craig Steele

Job Titles:
  • Digital Skills Consultant
Craig Steele is an educator, published author and creative technologist, who helps people develop digital skills in a fun and creative environment.

Dr Holly Linklater

Job Titles:
  • Lecturer in Inclusive Pedagogy
Holly is an experienced primary school teacher and teacher educator. She has a particular interest in finding ways for teachers and young people to work in playful ways that enhance opportunities for learning. Holly is Teacher Professional Learning Advisor for Data Education in Schools

Dr Jasmeen Kanwal

Job Titles:
  • Project Officer
  • Project Officer on the Data Education
Jasmeen is Project Officer on the Data Education in Schools team, focusing on curriculum development and professional learning.

Dr Serdar Abaci

Job Titles:
  • Lecturer in Digital and Data Literacies
Serdar Abaci is working with the Data Education in Schools project to develop a course on Digital Literacy. His research interests include data and digital literacies, formative assessment and feedback, online learning, and evaluation of teaching and learning technologies.

Jo Spiller

I am responsible for the operational and strategic development of the programme.

Judy Robertson

Job Titles:
  • Chairman of Digital Learning

Kate Farrell

Job Titles:
  • Director of Curriculum Development and Professional Learning
Kate leads the development of data science and data literacy resources and professional learning opportunities.

Tommy Lawson

Job Titles:
  • Schools Technology Advisor
A Digital Learning Specialist with many years experience in schools and Education Authorities, working between data education and technology teams in the University of Edinburgh.