Leda Kamenopoulou

Self-reflexivity as a methodological framework for conducting research in inclusive education in the global South Recent research points to the complications in the power dynamic between researchers and the researched within the arena of international inclusive education and development due to the unquestioned...

New article: Self-reflexivity as a methodological framework for conducting research in inclusive education in the global South, with Professor Maya Kalyanpur, of the University of San Diego ✨
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The Trees by Percival Everett

Placing distinct perspectives in dialogue: learning across research, practice and lived experience In this blog post we reflect on a specific example of ‘knowledge exchange’ across research, policy, practice and lived experience in relation to learning with sensory needs... (read more)

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Read our new @ioe.bsky.social blog about our exciting knowledge exchange project with the Seashell Trust.
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IOE academics designed a creative workshop for disabled young people to illuminate what employment means when viewed through the lens of disability.

The session highlighted how creative practice opens space for dialogue, underscoring the value of inclusive research and practice.
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One month to go… UCL turns 200! 🎉

On 11 February, we kick off #UCL200 – a year of celebrations marking our radical founding in 1826 as London’s first university, open to all. Expect parties, exhibitions, student festivals, art, books, performances, and more.

Get ready!

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"Disability History Month invites us to listen deeply, challenge structural barriers, and amplify voices that are too often marginalised" - Victoria Showunmi, IOE Vice-Dean for EDI

Discover a roundup of IOE work in the fields of disability and inclusion.
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Facilitating the friendships of students with complex communication needs Friendships are important for well-being, but scant research has focused on the friendships of those with complex communication needs (CCN). This study explored how parents and teachers facilitate ...

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HOME | LICIE 2026 Your main source of information for the London International Conference on Inclusive Education (LICIE)

The call for abstracts for the 2026 London International Conference on Inclusive Education is now open! 👏👏

Submit your proposal and join us for what promises to be another fantastic conference, bringing together colleagues from around the world working on #InclusiveEducation.

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PhD Opportunity at UCL – Tactile Sign Language & DeafBlind Communication Join a pioneering ERC-funded project at UCL’s DCAL, Europe’s leading centre for Deafness, Cognition & Language research.

PhD Opportunity at UCL – Tactile Sign Language & DeafBlind Communication. Funded PhD at DCAL exploring tactile BSL and DeafBlind interaction. UK only. Deadline 1 Dec 2025.

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New paper! 🤩

Ho, @kamenopoulou.bsky.social and Pinto's new paper, 'Facilitating expression beyond speech: Methods for engaging students with Complex Communication Needs (CCN) in research and educational practice', is out now.

Read it here:

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The call for abstracts for the 2026 London International Conference on Inclusive Education is now open! 👏👏

Submit your proposal and join us for what promises to be another fantastic conference!

All details at licie.co.uk

Identifying and supporting the needs of children with SEND in mainstream settings Findings from a series of rapid evidence assessments on what works to identify and support the needs of children and young people with SEND in mainstream and early years settings.

This new Department for Education report, led by @cantalek.bsky.social and colleagues at @ioe.bsky.social provides an up-to-date understanding of the identification, support and collaborative practices for children with #SEND.

Read their full findings here 👉

Proud to share our latest report on good practices for supporting learners with sensory and physical needs in mainstream schools!
#SensoryNeeds #PhysicalNeeds #ComplexNeeds
#InclusiveEducation

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Excited to be part of this ground-breaking research project as member of the advisory board!
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Groundbreaking Research on Tactile British Sign Language Kate Rowley has been awarded a £1.4M ERC grant to lead a 5-year study into tactile British Sign Language, used by deafblind people across the UK.

Exciting news – Kate Rowley has been awarded a £1.4M European Research Council (ERC) grant (#ERCStG | @erc.europa.eu) for a 5-year project on tactile BSL in the UK. Starts Jan 2026.
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Facilitating the friendships of students with complex communication needs Friendships are important for well-being, but scant research has focused on the friendships of those with complex communication needs (CCN). This study explored how parents and teachers facilitate ...

Full article: Facilitating the friendships of students with complex communication needs, with Dr Hui Jun Ho and Dr Cynthia Pinto
@dr-cynthia-pinto.bsky.social ✨
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I finished reading #TheSafekeep and I loved it!
Highly recommend if you're looking for something unforgettable 💙
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#FridayReads

Applications still open for UCL's MA Special & Inclusive Education!

Study with world-leading experts, in vibrant London, network globally.

Visa deadline: 27/06/25. Non-visa: 29/08/25.

Transform your career in inclusive education!

#UCL #InclusiveEducation #HigherEd
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Happy World Accessibility Day 2025!
Let's all work together to make the world a more inclusive, equitable and beautiful place - we can do it!

#Accessibility #InclusiveEducation #SensoryNeeds #InclusiveDesign

Advancing inclusive education in South America: lessons learned Professor Zachary Walker and Dr Leda Kamenopoulou used UCL Global Engagement Funds to advance inclusive education through collaboration in South America.

Great piece about our recent work on advancing inclusive education in #Paraguay and #Uruguay with
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We are grateful to @ucl-global.bsky.social for funding this project!
#InclusiveEducation #SDGs
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Advancing inclusive education in South America: lessons learned Professor Zachary Walker and Dr Leda Kamenopoulou used UCL Global Engagement Funds to advance inclusive education through collaboration in South America.

How can educators create more inclusive classrooms for children with disabilities in South America?

@ioe.bsky.social researchers explored this with partners in Colombia, Peru & Brazil—supported by @ucl.ac.uk Global Engagement Funds.

Read more ⬇️

Six myths and facts about accessibility In this blog post, we bust six common misconceptions about accessibility and show how accessibility benefits everyone… (read more)

What is and what is not #accessibility?

On this @ioe.bsky.social blog, Leda Kamenopoulou @kamenopoulou.bsky.social and Ben Watson break down six myths about accessibility.

Read more at the link!

Six myths and facts about accessibility. Share and save.

Myth 1: Accessibility is for disabled people. Fact: Accessibility recognises the many different ways humans perceive, experience and connect with the world.

Myth 2: Accessibility is ramps and lifts. Fact: Accessibility is more than physical access. It includes digital platforms, live events and teaching.

Myth 3: Accessibility is expertise. Fact: Accessibility is a constant learning journey. If you are proactive, your expertise will grow.

1/ To mark Neurodiversity Celebration Week, Leda @kamenopoulou.bsky.social and Ben Watson break down six myths about accessibility. @ucl-ioe-phd.bsky.social

Read in more detail on the #IOEBlog: blogs.ucl.ac.uk/ioe/2025/03/...

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Applications still open for UCL's MA Special & Inclusive Education!

Study with world-leading experts, in vibrant London, network globally.

Visa deadline: 27/06/25. Non-visa: 29/08/25.

Transform your career in inclusive education!

#UCL #InclusiveEducation #HigherEd
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Congratulations to my fabulous doctoral student @gabriellapreyes.bsky.social on her first publication! 👏
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#InclusiveEducation
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Six myths and facts about accessibility In this blog post, we bust six common misconceptions about accessibility and show how accessibility benefits everyone… (read more)

New IOE blog with Ben Watson out now!
'Accessibility is not my responsibility' and other common myths that we bust one by one - read on!
#Accessibility #InclusiveEducation #SensoryNeeds #InclusiveDesign
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Students sitting and standing in the level 5 corridor inside 20 Bedford Way, the Institute of Education (IOE) bundling.

When you turn a corner and bump into all the wonderful year 2 Habilitation students! Their bright smiles, warm hugs and good vibes made my day. Soon they will be qualified Hab specialists - so proud!
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UCL ranks number one in the world for education and architecture & built environment UCL has retained its number one position for both education and for architecture and the built environment in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025.

This is nice. @ioe.bsky.social #1 in the world for the 12th year in a row. www.ucl.ac.uk/news/2025/ma...