Sandra Sinfield
@danceswithcloud.bsky.social
Associate Teaching Professor #studychat #LoveLD #creativeHE. For playful pedagogy; creativity as liberatory practice; making, drawing & animation for learning.
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Neoliberals want to end the triple-lock on state pension
They inflict low wages, consign millions to poverty.
Govt spending on state pension as % of GDP in G7 countries.
Italy 12.8
France 12
Germany 9.8
Japan 8.9
USA 6.6
Canada 4.7
UK 4.7
UK has one of the least generous pensions in the G7.
They inflict low wages, consign millions to poverty.
Govt spending on state pension as % of GDP in G7 countries.
Italy 12.8
France 12
Germany 9.8
Japan 8.9
USA 6.6
Canada 4.7
UK 4.7
UK has one of the least generous pensions in the G7.
How does the UK State Pension measure up globally?
A global comparison of State Pension provision highlights the onus on individuals in the UK to build pension savings for their retirement, rather than leaving
adviserservices.fidelity.co.uk
September 21, 2026 at 9:27 AM
Neoliberals want to end the triple-lock on state pension
They inflict low wages, consign millions to poverty.
Govt spending on state pension as % of GDP in G7 countries.
Italy 12.8
France 12
Germany 9.8
Japan 8.9
USA 6.6
Canada 4.7
UK 4.7
UK has one of the least generous pensions in the G7.
They inflict low wages, consign millions to poverty.
Govt spending on state pension as % of GDP in G7 countries.
Italy 12.8
France 12
Germany 9.8
Japan 8.9
USA 6.6
Canada 4.7
UK 4.7
UK has one of the least generous pensions in the G7.
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'Gary Davies, deputy vice-chancellor at London Metropolitan University, was responding to the Department for Education’s release of its Higher Education Sector Action Plan, which forms part of the government’s International Education Strategy.'
UK has ‘zero chance’ of meeting international earnings target
Government releases action plan to help sector earn £40 billion but critics say policy settings are making it impossible
www.timeshighereducation.com
September 21, 2026 at 8:53 AM
'Gary Davies, deputy vice-chancellor at London Metropolitan University, was responding to the Department for Education’s release of its Higher Education Sector Action Plan, which forms part of the government’s International Education Strategy.'
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THIS FRIDAY: I'll be giving a public lecture for the @royalhistsoc.org on rights of way and the struggle for the land in post-war England and Wales... It's at Senate House in London at 6pm, and there are still a few tickets left! Also an online option:
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/rhs-lectur...
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/rhs-lectur...
RHS Lecture: 'In All Our Footsteps?' with Professor Glen O'Hara IN PERSON
'In All Our Footsteps? Rights of Way and the Battle for the Land after the 1949 National Parks and Access to the Countryside Act' at the IHR
www.eventbrite.co.uk
September 21, 2026 at 9:40 AM
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#LTHEchat thanks for having @heatherpennington.bsky.social and I and for all your help with facilitation @lthechat.bsky.social. It's been a really useful hour!
Spinning Earth: Day & Night from Space
Alt: Spinning Earth: Day & Night from Space
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September 16, 2026 at 8:13 PM
#LTHEchat thanks for having @heatherpennington.bsky.social and I and for all your help with facilitation @lthechat.bsky.social. It's been a really useful hour!
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A6 #LTHEchat more sharing of practice across the sector and perhaps more openness to all involved in TNE to say what needs developing/refining - providing spaces to reflect, time to breath and go again!
September 16, 2026 at 8:04 PM
A6 #LTHEchat more sharing of practice across the sector and perhaps more openness to all involved in TNE to say what needs developing/refining - providing spaces to reflect, time to breath and go again!
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See you all next week - same time, same place! #LTHEchat Next week, we will be joined by Francis Awolowo, @ifawolowo.bsky.social, discussing Beyond Inclusion: Can We Teach for Belonging?
September 16, 2026 at 8:06 PM
See you all next week - same time, same place! #LTHEchat Next week, we will be joined by Francis Awolowo, @ifawolowo.bsky.social, discussing Beyond Inclusion: Can We Teach for Belonging?
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Thanks all involved and the blogpost authors @alysonklewis.bsky.social @heatherpennington.bsky.social . Great to be able to apply the 'little grey cells' after quite a break.
Great topic too and may be in direct contact for more collaborative advice! #lthechat
Great topic too and may be in direct contact for more collaborative advice! #lthechat
Hercule Poirot: David Suchet's Little Grey Cells
Alt: the actor David Suchet playing the role of the detective Hercule Poirot. He is tapping his forehead and reminding viewers about how he is using his brain - the Little Grey Cells
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September 16, 2026 at 8:04 PM
Thanks all involved and the blogpost authors @alysonklewis.bsky.social @heatherpennington.bsky.social . Great to be able to apply the 'little grey cells' after quite a break.
Great topic too and may be in direct contact for more collaborative advice! #lthechat
Great topic too and may be in direct contact for more collaborative advice! #lthechat
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Thank you to @alysonklewis.bsky.social and @heatherpennington.bsky.social
and to everyone who participated. #LTHEchat
and to everyone who participated. #LTHEchat
September 16, 2026 at 8:01 PM
Thank you to @alysonklewis.bsky.social and @heatherpennington.bsky.social
and to everyone who participated. #LTHEchat
and to everyone who participated. #LTHEchat
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Create a space to focus on co-learning and identify successful approaches to student engagement - building intercultural understandign and trust. #LTHEchat
September 16, 2026 at 7:57 PM
Create a space to focus on co-learning and identify successful approaches to student engagement - building intercultural understandign and trust. #LTHEchat
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A6 Sometimes we underestimate the importance of role models in the local HE institution. There should be a lessons learned journal that can be shared when working in a similar context, maybe sharing these in different formats like podcasts, videos, blogs, etc #LTHEChat
Kermit the Frog: Dear Diary...
ALT: Kermit the Frog: Dear Diary...
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September 16, 2026 at 7:56 PM
A6 Sometimes we underestimate the importance of role models in the local HE institution. There should be a lessons learned journal that can be shared when working in a similar context, maybe sharing these in different formats like podcasts, videos, blogs, etc #LTHEChat
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A6 Giving all TNE stakeholder to regularly come together, share, learn and then an opportunity to reflect with say Advance HE or SEDA Fellowships is one way, another is geniuely co-designing curricula with all stakeholders, a true knowledge exchange. #LTHEChat
September 16, 2026 at 7:55 PM
A6 Giving all TNE stakeholder to regularly come together, share, learn and then an opportunity to reflect with say Advance HE or SEDA Fellowships is one way, another is geniuely co-designing curricula with all stakeholders, a true knowledge exchange. #LTHEChat
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A6 Rather than each institution reflecting separately, partners can engage in joint conversations and create communities of practice to encourage mutual learning #LTHEchat
September 16, 2026 at 7:55 PM
A6 Rather than each institution reflecting separately, partners can engage in joint conversations and create communities of practice to encourage mutual learning #LTHEchat
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A6 Reflective practice is most powerful when it's reciprocal.Joint reflection helps partners make sense of different perspectives, identify opportunities for enhancement, and build a culture of mutual learning. #LTHEChat
September 16, 2026 at 7:53 PM
A6 Reflective practice is most powerful when it's reciprocal.Joint reflection helps partners make sense of different perspectives, identify opportunities for enhancement, and build a culture of mutual learning. #LTHEChat
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Q6 - What might meaningful reflective practice look like within TNE partnerships? How can it support shared learning and ongoing improvement?
Reply with A6 #LTHEChat and your response @alysonklewis.bsky.social and @heatherpennington.bsky.social
Reply with A6 #LTHEChat and your response @alysonklewis.bsky.social and @heatherpennington.bsky.social
September 16, 2026 at 7:50 PM
Q6 - What might meaningful reflective practice look like within TNE partnerships? How can it support shared learning and ongoing improvement?
Reply with A6 #LTHEChat and your response @alysonklewis.bsky.social and @heatherpennington.bsky.social
Reply with A6 #LTHEChat and your response @alysonklewis.bsky.social and @heatherpennington.bsky.social
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A5 #LTHEchat - taking a celebratory approach - the power of collaboration - effective TNE partnerships occur when everyone is recognised - it's a collaborative endeavour afterall. Perhaps overlooked - the workload and active presence in both home and abroad workplaces.
September 16, 2026 at 7:50 PM
A5 #LTHEchat - taking a celebratory approach - the power of collaboration - effective TNE partnerships occur when everyone is recognised - it's a collaborative endeavour afterall. Perhaps overlooked - the workload and active presence in both home and abroad workplaces.
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The video approach is great. During the COVID era, we had great interactive resources for students to explore the campus and learning spaces...staff need to be included in these as they are really valuable!
I'd need to check if it's still available...I'd hope so. #lthechat
I'd need to check if it's still available...I'd hope so. #lthechat
September 16, 2026 at 7:49 PM
The video approach is great. During the COVID era, we had great interactive resources for students to explore the campus and learning spaces...staff need to be included in these as they are really valuable!
I'd need to check if it's still available...I'd hope so. #lthechat
I'd need to check if it's still available...I'd hope so. #lthechat
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Opportunities to present and publish scholarship arising from TNE work; along with support for Advance HE Fellowship and leadership recognition. #LTHEchat
September 16, 2026 at 7:47 PM
Opportunities to present and publish scholarship arising from TNE work; along with support for Advance HE Fellowship and leadership recognition. #LTHEchat
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A5 In previous institutions I have advocated for TNE categories in Staff Awards, encouraged TNE partners to apply for Advance HE Fellowship plus institutions to recognise evidence of TNE in academic and professional services promotion. #LTHEChat
September 16, 2026 at 7:47 PM
A5 In previous institutions I have advocated for TNE categories in Staff Awards, encouraged TNE partners to apply for Advance HE Fellowship plus institutions to recognise evidence of TNE in academic and professional services promotion. #LTHEChat
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Also recognition through internal recognition processes (eg awards). Supporting them to use their experience for professional recognition. #LTHEchat
September 16, 2026 at 7:47 PM
Also recognition through internal recognition processes (eg awards). Supporting them to use their experience for professional recognition. #LTHEchat
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A5 - it is a big ask for colleagues to work away for extended periods of time. Allowing downtime (perhaps greater leave allowances to allow for recharging), financial incentives? #LTHEchat @alysonklewis.bsky.social @heatherpennington.bsky.social
September 16, 2026 at 7:45 PM
A5 - it is a big ask for colleagues to work away for extended periods of time. Allowing downtime (perhaps greater leave allowances to allow for recharging), financial incentives? #LTHEchat @alysonklewis.bsky.social @heatherpennington.bsky.social
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Q5 - How should colleagues’ contributions to TNE be recognised and rewarded, including those working away from their home context? What is currently overlooked?
Reply with A5 #LTHEChat and your response @alysonklewis.bsky.social and @heatherpennington.bsky.social l
Reply with A5 #LTHEChat and your response @alysonklewis.bsky.social and @heatherpennington.bsky.social l
September 16, 2026 at 7:41 PM
Q5 - How should colleagues’ contributions to TNE be recognised and rewarded, including those working away from their home context? What is currently overlooked?
Reply with A5 #LTHEChat and your response @alysonklewis.bsky.social and @heatherpennington.bsky.social l
Reply with A5 #LTHEChat and your response @alysonklewis.bsky.social and @heatherpennington.bsky.social l
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A4 When I worked at the University of East London, we started a Collaborative Partners conference, where the UK or TNE partner showcased their experiences for all other partners to join. This type of event helps to build network between partners at home and aboard. #LTHEChat
September 16, 2026 at 7:38 PM
A4 When I worked at the University of East London, we started a Collaborative Partners conference, where the UK or TNE partner showcased their experiences for all other partners to join. This type of event helps to build network between partners at home and aboard. #LTHEChat
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A4 Academic professional development! From experience, I would begin by listening to what colleagues need, responding with a combination of practical guidance, peer learning, optional pairing & ongoing opps to reflect on experience. @alysonklewis.bsky.social @heatherpennington.bsky.social #LTHEchat
September 16, 2026 at 7:35 PM
A4 Academic professional development! From experience, I would begin by listening to what colleagues need, responding with a combination of practical guidance, peer learning, optional pairing & ongoing opps to reflect on experience. @alysonklewis.bsky.social @heatherpennington.bsky.social #LTHEchat
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A3 Key challenges: thinking of TNE as a copy-and-paste model; lack of representation. A practical solution is to listen to the partners' needs and then prioritise them as a team, understanding restrictions (structural, regulatory, cultural, etc) #LTHEChat
1980s CGI Robots in a Factory Setting
ALT: 1980s CGI Robots in a Factory Setting
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September 16, 2026 at 7:30 PM
A3 Key challenges: thinking of TNE as a copy-and-paste model; lack of representation. A practical solution is to listen to the partners' needs and then prioritise them as a team, understanding restrictions (structural, regulatory, cultural, etc) #LTHEChat