Teaching & Training

Philosophy

I believe that everyone can learn to code and work with data. My teaching approach emphasizes:

  • Hands-on learning: Practice with real datasets and authentic research problems
  • Reproducible workflows: Building sustainable research practices from the start
  • Inclusive pedagogy: Supporting learners at all levels
  • Open resources: Sharing knowledge and resources freely

The Carpentries

I’m a certified Carpentries instructor, teaching foundational coding and data science skills to researchers worldwide. I am also a Carpentries lesson maintainer on the Library Carpentry Intro to R lesson and a member of the Library Carpentry Governance Committee.

What is The Carpentries?

The Carpentries teaches essential data and computational skills for conducting efficient, reproducible research. As an instructor, I deliver workshops on the R programming language, Open Research and Data Management Skills.

Training Portfolio

Archaeology Data Service Training

As Training and Communications Manager, I lead the development and delivery of training programmes covering:

Research Data Management

  • FAIR principles for archaeological data
  • Metadata standards and best practices
  • Data archiving and preservation
  • Digital curation workflows

Technical Skills

  • Introduction to R for archaeologists
  • Spatial analysis with QGIS
  • Database design for heritage projects
  • Version control with Git/GitHub

Open Research

  • Reproducible research practices
  • Open access publishing
  • Data sharing and licensing
  • Collaborative research tools

University Teaching

Durham University (2020-2022)

  • ARCH2091: Becoming Roman - Undergraduate course on Roman archaeology
  • ARCH1071: Archaeology in Britain - Introduction to British archaeology

Newcastle University (2017-2024)

  • ARA1028: Prehistoric Britain - Survey of British prehistory
  • ARA2012: Fieldwork and Archaeological Practice - Including GIS instruction
  • Digital Recording Technologies - GNSS, Total Station, Laser Scanning, Structure from Motion

Community & Volunteer Training

  • Hadrian’s Wall Community Archaeology Project
  • Training community volunteers in research methods and field methods
  • Digital recording skills workshops
  • Database and documentation training

Custom Training

I’m available to develop and deliver bespoke training for:

  • Heritage organizations
  • Research groups and departments
  • Archaeological consultancies
  • Museums and archives
  • Research data services

Topics can be tailored to include:

  • Your specific datasets and workflows
  • Integration with existing tools and systems
  • Discipline-specific examples and case studies
  • Follow-up support and consultation
  • Carpentries workshops

Get Training

Interested in a workshop or training programme?

Contact me to discuss:

  • Workshop topics and learning objectives
  • Audience size and skill level
  • Format (in-person, online, hybrid)
  • Duration and scheduling
  • Custom curriculum development