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Research at The School of Education
Research at The School of Education
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Introduction to the EdD
Introduction to the EdD
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Heavenly Acts: Devotional Performances
Heavenly Acts: Devotional Performances
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Perceptions and experiences of children and young people with a parent with dementia
Perceptions and experiences of children and young people with a parent with dementia
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'A Leap of Faith': how can research shape the practical ways communities build their futures
'A Leap of Faith': how can research shape the practical ways communities build their futures
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