Samantha Twiselton to speak at Education Business LIVE
Education Business LIVE has announced that Professor Samantha Twiselton OBE of Sheffield Hallam University will speak at the event in March 2026, delivering two thought-provoking sessions focused on initial teacher training and SEND provision.
As a leading voice in teacher education, SEND and inclusive practice, Professor Twiselton brings a powerful combination of strategic insight and practical experience. She will be delivering two sessions that speak directly to the challenges and opportunities facing schools today.
In her first session, “Beyond Compliance – Towards an Empowering and Rigorous Model of ITT,” Professor Twiselton will explore how Initial Teacher Training (ITT) can move beyond overly prescriptive models while maintaining rigour and high expectations.
She will discuss moving beyond compliance-driven and overly prescriptive approaches in ITT and the need to be careful and intentional about meeting trainees’ needs at every step of their professional journey.
Her second session, “SEND and Design for Inclusive Learning,” will open with an overview of the current SEND landscape in schools. Professor Twiselton will examine what educators can expect going forward and how inclusive design can support all learners. This session will address the evolving SEND context in schools and how inclusive learning design supports better outcomes, as well as the growing interconnection between SEND and ICT.
Commenting on her involvement, Professor Twiselton said: “I’m really excited and looking forward to speaking at Education Business Live on SEND and ICT, both their importance and interconnectedness.”
Both sessions are set to offer practical insight and constructive challenge for those involved in education leadership, teacher development and inclusive practice.
Education Business LIVE continues to bring together some of the sector’s most respected voices, providing a platform for discussion, innovation and professional learning. Education leaders are encouraged to secure their free pass and be part of the conversation in March 2026.
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