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Our experts
Seasoned EdTech scholars and learning scientists, EdTech specialists and industry veterans ready to provide quick advice, second opinion, or an expert session in key six impact categories.
Helen Ross
Dyslexia Specialist
Consultant & Researcher, Expert SEN & Dyslexia Advisor
Chair & Trustee, Specialist Tutor & Advisor Supporting Families & Schools
I am a Special Educational Needs specialist and Dyslexia expert with experience working in both the independent and public education sectors.
My passion for supporting individuals and organisations within the education and SEN sectors has led me to work at both local and national levels.
I’m a former teacher/SENDCo and after spending over 10 years in school settings, I have now moved into freelance consultant, researcher and board member roles.
So why work with me? I’m Dyslexic myself so understand first-hand the importance of building positive educational environments. I continue to bring this authentic message into my work and strive to support families, schools and government to create an inclusive world.
The key to this message is getting in front of people and delivering insight to people that matter.
I have spoken on many guest panels and conferences including sharing insight at the All-Party Parliamentary Group in 2022 alongside having my work published in various peer-reviewed and guest publications. I am the person for you if you need a fresh perspective, someone to consult on methodologies, data analysis, or present project findings.
👩🏫 Trustee of the British Dyslexia Association
👩🏫 Chair of the Wilshire Dyslexia Association
📚 Published writer, with work cited in 8 peer-reviewed publications and 6 guest publications.
🎙 Guest Speaker at conferences including at the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Dyslexia and Specific Learning Difficulties.
💻Founder of Helen’s Place, providing support for families and teachers of children with Dyslexia and Special Education Needs. Providing specialist tuition, advice, and research.
https://helensplace.co.uk/
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Our Services
Truly impactful EdTech products are based on collective expertise. Our network of experts is here to support the growth of your EdTech solution and organisation.
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Gain precise insights and strategic guidance from experienced scientists and researchers in education technology, enhancing product development and market positioning.
Access latest research on educational methodologies, technology trends, and user experience design to keep your EdTech product innovative and competitive.
Leverage top-tier expertise for successful, research-driven innovation and investment.
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Book mentors to advise on aligning your strategy with global evidence standards like Tulna in India, ESSA in USA, ensuring your solution meets the criteria and complies with international standards.
Book mentors for support in achieving industry certifications related to effectiveness and efficacy, in alignment with the International Certification of Evidence of Impact in Education (ICEIE).
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Partner with our seasoned EdTech researchers to assess and elevate the learning impact of your solutions.
Get support or advice on suitable research methodologies to analyse learning outcomes, user experiences, and feedback loops, providing comprehensive insights into pedagogical approaches, cognitive principles, and user engagement metrics.
Get assistance with advanced analytics to measure holistic impact on student performance and engagement, collaborating closely to implement evidence-based strategies that optimise user experience with your solution.
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Book our mentors to maximise the potential of your solution to boost, measure or societal benefit, including ways in which your solution addresses societal challenges, foster inclusivity, and contribute to positive social change beyond traditional learning outcomes.
Get support from our mentors on selecting cutting-edge research on social learning, collaborative technologies, and digital equity to ensure your EdTech initiatives align with broader international initiatives, including those pursued by major organisations such as UNESCO or World Bank.
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With our UXD/LXD mentors, you will be able to get comprehensive advice on user research, analysis, and design refinement.
The mentors can provide support with detailed user personas and intuitive information architectures, ensuring seamless alignment with the diverse characteristics of your target audience.
Our experts can also support you with usability testing, with ongoing user feedback mechanisms and design workshops if needed.
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Access subject matter experts who specialize in specific subject matters within EdTech and can provide focused consultations targeting your needs.
Use our wide network of scholars and academics to find the right subject matter expert for your needs, facilitated by our Head of Community, Polina, ensuring access to the best expertise for your EdTech solution.