The Ideas-Informed Society: Why We Need It and How to Make It Happen

Chris Brown is Professor in Education at University of Warwick, UK and Distinguished Visiting Professor, University of Tübingen. Chris’ research focuses on improving outcomes for the disadvantaged and marginalised, and he has been awarded numerous prizes for its innovative nature. He is regularly invited to keynote at major international academic conferences and has presented his research at several literature and spoken word festivals.

Graham Handscomb is Honorary Professor with University College London (UCL) and Visiting Professor at University of Bolton, and Durham University, UK. He was previously Professor of Education and Dean of The College of Teachers. He is a fellow of numerous organisations and universities, has written many books and articles for over 30 years and is editor of a number of journals including Professional Development Today. Graham also runs a consultancy service where he provides interim management for medium to large organisations, including schools, local authorities and universities, to help implement complex business critical change in cost effective, tight timescales. He pioneered the concept of the Research Engaged School which has become an internationally adopted practice and policy model.