Monty Kennard
Research Associate - Project Learning Lab
Monty Kennard holds a degree in Economics, Politics, and International Relations from Oxford Brookes University. He completed his School Direct teacher training (PGCE + QTS) in Shropshire before working in a primary school in Wrexham while earning an MSc in Computer Science from the University of Sunderland. His master’s research projects focused on the role of technology in education, reflecting his deep interest in both fields.
Now, Monty is delighted to combine his passion for teaching with his enthusiasm for technology and research, bringing innovative approaches to the classroom.
Monty is a member of the Wales Collaborative for Learning Design (WCLD), and the Centre for International Research on Interactive Technologies in Teaching and Learning (CIRITTL), where he explores innovative practice in education through the use of immersive technologies.
Research Interests
Monty's research focuses on the intersections of education, technology, and psychology, with a particular interest in how technology relates to neurodiversity and mental health.
Monty’s current projects explore the impact of immersive technologies on psychosocial literacy, as well as the ways in which medical, legal, social, and identity-based framings of autism intersect, conflict, and influence policy, research, and lived experience.
As a member of the WCLD (Wales Collaborative for Learning Design), Monty explores innovative practice in education through the use of immersive technologies.
Education
| Institution | Qualification | Subject |
|---|---|---|
| University of Sunderland | MSc | Computer Science |
| University of Chester | PGCE | Primary |
| Oxford Brookes University | BA (Hons) | Economics, Politics and International Relations |