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Author Biographies
Jean Murrayis a professor of education in the Cass School of Education at the University of East
London. Her research focuses on teacher education policies and practices. Jean has published
extensively, taught at all levels of higher education and acted as an educational consultant for
governments, NGOs and universities.
Mieke Lunenbergis a teacher and researcher at VU University Amsterdam where her focus is on
the professional development of teacher educators. She has published extensively on this theme.
Mieke has also been internationally invited to give lectures and workshops about the professional
development of teacher educators.
Kari Smithis a Professor Norwegian University of Science and Technology and is Head of the
Norwegian National Research School in Teacher Education. Her research interests are teacher
education, professional development, mentoring novice teachers, and assessment for and of
learning. She has published widely and has given multiple invited talks internationally.
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