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British Academy call for PGR Pathways case studies

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PolStudiesAssoc: In September 2019 Ofsted's new Education Inspection Framework (EIF) comes into force. David Kerr, @YoungCitizensUK, highlights ten key actions for school leaders to demonstrate best practice in citizenship education. #PSASchools ht

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PolStudiesAssoc: Calling all PSA members! Nominations for the 2019 #PSAAwards-- are now open! Last year's Broadcaster of the Year was @BBCkatyaadler. Who would get your vote in 2019? Let us know by 30th August ⤵️ https://t.co/2WgJxxXVII

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ESID: From Politics to Power? Rethinking the politics of development

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PSA Departmental Leadership Conference

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