Join us for a short webinar on how evidence, data, and training drive effective education policy worldwide.
Time: 4pm to 4.45pm
Looking to find out more about our new MA Education Policy and Leadership course?
Join this taster session to learn about how this insightful MA prepares professionals to lead change online alongside their careers.
Education systems worldwide face growing challenges—from widening inequality and teacher shortages to debates about curriculum, technology, and governance. This webinar explores how policymakers and education leaders can use evidence, data, and professional training to design policies that genuinely improve learning outcomes. Drawing on international research and real-world case studies, the session will examine how different countries approach education reform and what lessons can be applied across contexts.
Key themes include:
- What does “evidence-based education policy” actually mean in practice?
- How data and research inform education reform across different countries
- The role of teacher training and leadership in successful policy implementation
- Examples of policies that have improved student outcomes internationally
- Challenges policymakers face when translating research into real-world decisions
- Skills required for professionals working in education policy and leadership
This webinar will be particularly useful for:
- Teachers and school leaders interested in education policy
- Professionals working in government or NGOs focused on education reform
- Researchers and postgraduate students in education or public policy
- International educators interested in comparative education systems
- Anyone considering applying to the MA in Education Policy and Leadership
By attending this webinar, you will:
- Gain insight into how education policies are developed and evaluated internationally
- Understand how data and evidence influence policy decisions
- Learn how leadership and training support effective policy implementation
- Discover how the MA programme prepares professionals to influence education systems while continuing their careers
During the session, we will explore questions such as:
- Why do some education reforms succeed while others fail?
- How can governments use research and data more effectively when designing policy?
- What role do teachers and school leaders play in shaping policy outcomes?
- How can international lessons inform national education reforms?
Please book your place on The University of Buckingham website.