Jennie Harland

BSc, PGD SRM
Research Officer
jennie.harland@nfer.ac.uk
+44 (0)1904 433435

Jennie is a research officer in the Research, Evaluation and Information Department at NFER’s Northern Office based in York. Since joining the NFER in 2006, Jennie has worked on a range of research projects involving qualitative and quantitative methodologies. In particular, she has worked on a number of studies focusing on the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) agenda and workforce development and teacher CPD.

Prior experience and professional background

Jennie has a first class BSc (hons) Open (covering mainly psychology modules) and a Postgraduate Diploma in Social Research Methods.

Main research interests

Science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) education; professional development; and careers education and guidance.

Selected publications

Springate, I., Harland, J., Lord, P. and Straw. S. (2009). Evaluation of the 2008-09 DCSF-funded Specialist Schools and Academies Trust STEM Pathfinder Programme. Slough: NFER. [Available online].

Lamont, E., Harland, J., Atkinson, M and White, R. (2009). Provision of Mental Health Services for Care Leavers: Transition to Adult Services (LGA Research Report). Slough: NFER. [Available online].

Walker, M., Haines, B., Harland, J., Kinder, K. (2009: forthcoming) 2008/09 Secondary Maths and Science HLTA Research. London: TDA.

Walker, M., Springate, I., Harland, J., Straw, S. (2009). Evaluation of the Career Developments of Early Years Professionals (EYPs). Leeds: CWDC. [Available online].

Lord, P., Lamont, E., Harland, J., Mitchell, H. and Straw, S. (2009). Evaluation of the GTC’s Teacher Learning Academy (TLA): Impacts on Teachers, Pupils and Schools. London: TLA. [Available online]

Lord, P., Straw, S., Hart, R., Springate, I. and Harland, J. (2009). Evaluation of Chemistry for our Future: Extension Phase Report. Slough: NFER. [Available online].

Jones, M., Harland, J., Mitchell, H., Springate, I. and Straw, S. (2008). Evaluation of the Chemistry for Non-Specialists Training Programme: Final Report. Slough: NFER. [Available online].

Springate, I., Harland, J., Lord, P. and Wilkin, A. (2008). The Factors Affecting A-Level and Undergraduate Subject Choice in Physics and Chemistry by Ethnic Group. Slough: NFER. [Available online]

Halsey, K., Harland, J. and Springate, I. (2007). Increasing Capacity in STEM Education Research: a Study Exploring the Potential for a Fellowship Programme. Slough: NFER. [Available online].

Lord, P., Harland, J.L. and Gulliver, C. (2007). An Evaluation of the Royal Society of Chemistry Careers Materials. London: RSC. [Available online].

Halsey, K., Murfield, J., Harland, J.L. and Lord, P. (2006). The Voice of Young People: an Engine for Improvement? Scoping the Evidence: Literature Review. Reading: CfBT Education Trust. [Available online].

Harland, J., Halsey, K. and Downing, D. (2006). An Evaluation of the GTC-DfES-LEA Continuing Professional Development Partnership Project: Examining the Progress and Lasting Impacts of the Partnership Project. London: GTC. [Available online].