BA. (Hons); PGCE; PhD

Profile

Ian completed his PhD in psychology in 1987; then taught in secondary schools in various roles including ICT co-ordinator, head of science and senior teacher. He is currently a Research Fellow, primarily employed to design and conduct externally funded research; in addition he runs about 15 teaching sessions per year and provide a statistical advice service for the school.

Research Interests

Most of my current work is as part of the Centre for Research in Medical and Dental Education (CRMDE) on projects relating to undergraduate, postgraduate and continuing education of health professionals.  In addition, I have been involved in researching pupil attainment, out-of-school educational provision and experiences of disabled students. Since 2004, I have been the lead researcher for four projects (205k); in addition, I’ve been involved in a further 16 projects, principally for data analysis.  Although specializing in quantitative analysis, I have experience in all aspects of research including project management and design.

Publications (selection)

Buckley S, Coleman J, Davison I, Khan K, Zamora J, Malick S, et al. (2009). The educational effects of portfolios on undergraduate student learning: A Best Evidence Medical Education (BEME) systematic review. BEME Guide No. 11. Medical Teacher; 31(4):282-98.

Davison I, Burke S, Bedward J, Kelly S. (2006). Do selection scores for general practice registrars correlate with end of training assessments? Education for Primary Care; 17(5):473-8.

Davison I, Burke S, Bullock A, Brown C, Campbell C, Field S. (2006). Evaluation of a pilot careers advice service for junior doctors. Medical Teacher; 28(6):561 - 3.

Davison I, Thomas H. (2008) Lessons from the Higher Professional Education scheme for general practice training. Education for Primary Care; 19(6):605-14.

Lewis A, Davison I, Ellins J, Niblett L, Parsons S, Robertson C, et al. (2007). The experiences of disabled pupils and their families. British Journal of Special Education; 34(4):189-95.

Parsons S, Lewis A, Davison I, Ellins J, Robertson C. (2009). Satisfaction with educational provision for children with SEN or disabilities:  A national postal survey of the views of parents in Great Britain. Educational Review; 61(1):19-47.

Publication 2001 - 2009 [complete, pdf, 279 KB, opens new window]