Dr David Crighton
Senior Lecturer in Post-Compulsory Education and Training
Dr David Crighton worked in a number of formal and informal educational settings before joining Wrexham University. His previous experiences include working as a tutor on the government funded Playing for Success scheme based at Leeds United and Headingley Stadium.
Following this he worked for the BBC, as Education Project Manager, on the award winning All Together Now and First Click projects. Combining community media training with the production of broadcast content.
Since then he has taught on several education and media production courses, in the FE/HE sector, ranging from Level 2 through to Level 7.
I completed my doctorate in education in 2023 with a thesis titled "Surviving in the Toxic University: exploring neoliberalism 'out there' and 'in here', with UK higher education lecturers." My research delved into the intricate connections between higher education policy, neoliberalism, and their profound influence on the working practices and values of academic staff. This exploration stems from a deep-seated interest in understanding the broader socio-political context in which educators operate and the consequent impact on their professional lives.
One of my key areas of focus is on leadership cultures within education. I am intrigued by the dynamics of leadership in academic settings and the ways in which leadership styles and structures shape the overall educational environment. This interest extends to examining how leadership practices align with or diverge from broader institutional goals and values within the ever-evolving landscape of higher education.
Other interests lie in exploring intersections of class, education, and social mobility within universities to promote inclusivity. Furthermore, I'm interested in understanding and potentially contributing to research on how to improve teaching, learning, and assessment methods within higher education.
Publications
| Year | Publication | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Surviving in the Toxic University, Biennial Conference, Education and Ethics, University of Warsaw. David Crighton |
Conference Publication |
| 2023 | Lobbying our capabilities, SEPD Research Conference, University of Huddersfield. David Crighton |
Conference Publication |
| 2023 | Academic sheep dipping and other quandries, WISERD Annual Conference 2023, Bangor University. David Crighton |
Conference Publication |
| 2023 | Lifelong Learning- From Evidence to Action: Being an Evidence-Informed Practitioner', AnManCon. David Crighton;Kelly Smith |
Conference Publication |
| 2023 | Welcome to Warsaw, Working Class Academic Conference - Website. David Crighton |
Other Publication |
| 2023 | Working in the neoliberal university, Collaborative Research Network - Wales. David Crighton |
Other Publication |
| 2019 | Augmented Reality, Prism: Casting new light on education. David Crighton;William Shepperd;Lee Fishwick;Sean Starkie |
Peer Reviewed Journal |
Employment
| Employer | Position | From/To |
|---|---|---|
| Glyndwr University | Senior Lecturer | 2021 |
| Blackburn College | Lecturer | 2018 - 2021 |
| Bradford College, England | Lecturer | 2010 - 2018 |
Education
| Institution | Qualification | From/To |
|---|---|---|
| University of Huddersfield | Doctorate in Education | 2016 - 2023 |
| Teesside University | MA in Education | 2013 - 2014 |
| Leeds Beckett University | Post Graduate Diploma in Education and Training | 2011 - 2012 |
| Leeds Trinity University | Media with Management | 2001 - 2004 |