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A Christian Research Centre and Consultancy based at the Education Faculty of Liverpool Hope University.
Research & Consultancy Aims :
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To conduct empirical research into Christian school ethos, mission, values distinctiveness, spirituality and leadership.
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To provide a forum for doctoral and post doctoral research activity into relationships between Christian ethos, community and institutional effectiveness.
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To research, develop and to disseminate fresh thinking about the critical appreciation and creative appropriation of Christian tradition that illuminates, inspires, guides and supports educational practice.
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To support Christian educators and schools in their task of providing an education that is distinctive (in promoting discipleship), effective and inclusive.
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To enhance the provision of advanced continuing professional development for Christian educators to become more familiar with and confident in communicating the truths and practices within the Christian tradition and to enhance their capacity to relate these to constantly changing and challenging contexts, mentalities and opportunities.
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To provide opportunities for personal renewal of teachers (and other adults) working in and for church schools, enhancing their sense of vocation, deepening their motivation, facilitating their mutual support.
Current Areas of Research
The Centre offers support for academic research and reflection at Masters and Doctorate level in the areas of Christian Leadership, Christian School Effectiveness, Pupil Outcomes, School Culture and Ethos, the Moral Character of Christian Education. Current doctoral students attached to the Centre, from UK and abroad, are researching School Effectiveness, Children’s Spiritual Development, Values Education, Culture and Ethos, Leadership and Management, Spirituality of Leadership.
Recent doctoral theses, published and forthcoming academic articles by Centre staff include:
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2009 Faith, Hope and Spirituality in School leadership – doctoral thesis
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2009 An Ethnographic Study of a City Technology College with a Bible-based Ethos - doctoral thesis
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2009 A few Hard Facts and a Great Deal of Conjecture: Catholic Schools in England - Journal of Education & Christian Belief
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2009 Contextualising Catholic School Performance in England - Oxford Review of Education
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2009 Mapping the Field: A review of current research evidence on the impact of schools with a Christian ethos
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2010 Leadership, Management and pupils’ Academic Attainment: Reviewing the Association within the Catholic Sector - Education, Management Administration and Leadership
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2010 Bridging Worlds: Ethnic minority pupils in Catholic Schools in England - Journal of Beliefs and Values
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2010 Parents, pupils and their Catholic Schools: Evidence from School Inspections 2000-2005 - International Studies in Catholic Education
Types of Consultancy Support
A wide programme of CPD for Christian schools and Academies at several different levels:
Whole School/Academy INSET – accredited/non-accredited
The Centre has available a wide range of courses designed and delivered to Schools and Dioceses, however we are always keen to discuss specific needs for teams or settings and to work together to provide appropriate bespoke CPD responding to the particular institution. In particular we can offer courses in the areas of:
Leadership
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Personal and Professional Formation
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Christian School Leadership
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Christian Vision into Practice
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Nurturing Future Leaders in Christian schools
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Leadership Mentoring in Christian Schools
Chaplaincy
Whole School Development
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Mission, Vision and Values into Practice
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Promoting Community Cohesion
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Community Development - Working with School Governors, Teachers, Support Staff, Parents and the Wider Community
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Personal and Professional Formation
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Catholic Certificate of Religious Studies (CCRS)
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Church Colleges Certificate in School Studies (CCCCSS)
Curriculum Development
Institutional Evaluation – The Centre can offer programmes for (and support):
Centre Research & Consultancy Team
All members are rooted in specific (Anglican and Catholic) Christian traditions and are committed to working to promote Christian education. As of 1st September 2010 they comprise in alphabetical order: Geraldine Bradbury, Alison Clark, Anthony Finnerty, Dr. Alan Flintham, Dr. Elizabeth Gayton, Michael Glover, Dr. Ray Godfrey, Dr. Elizabeth Green, Moyra Healy, Maggie McDaid, David Moore (former HMI), Dr Andrew Morris, Kevin Quigley, Revd Canon Dr Peter Shepherd, Professor John Sullivan and Dr. Clare Watkins.
Contact Us
Dr Andrew Morris, Director of Centre for Christian Education [Research Profile]
Liverpool Hope University,
Hope Park,
Liverpool, L16 9JD
Telephone: 0151 291 3839
Email:
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