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Biography
David Nichol is an Assistant Professor of Education at Northumbria University and a Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy. His research focuses on academic identity formation and the role of collaborative, co-constructivist pedagogies in enhancing professional learning. David is particularly interested in designing and evaluating innovative, practice-informed approaches that build educator confidence and preparedness across both school and higher education settings.
His work explores the intersection of pedagogy and professional practice, with a strong emphasis on the structural and institutional conditions that shape the experiences of early career academics. He is committed to advancing inclusive and sustainable models of academic development, and his work contributes to rethinking how professional learning is supported across educational contexts.
In recognition of his contributions to teaching and academic development, David received a Collaborative Award for Teaching Excellence (CATE) in August 2024. He has also led academic development programmes within the Post Compulsory Education and Training (PCET) sector, further demonstrating his commitment to supporting educators across a range of learning environments.
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
Education/Academic qualification
Teaching & Learning, PCAPL
11 Oct 2007 → 31 Dec 2099
Award Date: 11 Oct 2007
Business Info Technology, MSc
30 Jun 2003 → 31 Dec 2099
Award Date: 30 Jun 2003
Business Studies, BA (Hons)
25 Apr 1983 → 31 Dec 2099
Award Date: 25 Apr 1983
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Back to basics: Pre-service teachers' experiences of ‘SimulatEd’, a suite of low-technology simulated-scenarios to promote preparedness for professional practice
Nichol, D., Mulholland, K., Counihan, C., Meller, S., Anderson, A., Luke, C. & Gray, W., 1 Oct 2025, In: Teaching and Teacher Education. 164, 10 p., 105089.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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Stepping Stones: Adopting a fading programme design to promote teachers’ use of metacognitive strategies for mathematical problem-solving
Mulholland, K., Gray, W., Counihan, C. & Nichol, D., 12 Jul 2025, In: Education Sciences. 15, 7, 28 p., 892.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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The use of simulation-based learning approaches in initial teacher education and teachers’ professional development – exploring the potential for learning and practice.
Davies, J., Meller, S., Luke, C., Anderson, A., Nichol, D., Mulholland, K., Gray, W. & Counihan, C., 26 Jun 2025, (Accepted/In press).Research output: Contribution to conference › Abstract › peer-review
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Key Concepts and Concerns of Teaching Sensitive Topics and Subjects
McGovern, W., McGovern, R. & Nichol, D., 5 Feb 2024, Developing and Implementing Teaching in Sensitive Subject and Topic Areas: A guide for professionals in FE and HE settings . Mcgovern, W., Gillespie, A., Brandon, T. & A. M. (eds.). Leeds: Emerald Publishing, p. 1-12 12 p. (Emerald Points).Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Chapter
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Using Simulation as an innovative pedagogy to reduce Impostor Phenomenon amongst early career academics
Cole, S., Cole, M., Counihan, C., Gibson, M., Mulholland, K. & Nichol, D., 2 Dec 2024, (Accepted/In press).Research output: Contribution to conference › Paper › peer-review
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Advance HE Teaching and Learning Conference 2023
Herridge, D. (Participant), Anderson, A. (Participant), Counihan, C. (Participant), Gray, W. (Participant), Luke, C. (Participant), Meller, S. (Participant), Mulholland, K. (Participant) & Nichol, D. (Participant)
5 Jul 2023Activity: Participating in or organising an event › Organising a conference, workshop, ...
Prizes
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Collaborative Distinguished Teaching Fellowship
Herridge, D. (Recipient), Anderson, A. (Recipient), Gray, W. (Recipient), Lawrence, J. (Recipient), Luke, C. (Recipient), Meller, S. (Recipient), Mulholland, K. (Recipient), Nichol, D. (Recipient), Counihan, C. (Recipient), Taylor, S. (Recipient) & Davies, J. (Recipient), 1 Sept 2022
Prize: Other distinction