Theme 1: Language, Cognition and Development
Research in the Language, Cognition and Development theme focuses on different aspects of how learners develop, notably in the areas of language and literacy, cognitive reasoning, cognitive development and the impact of learning environments on developmental and educational outcomes.
The research is largely (though not exclusively) targeted at understanding these aspects of learning in child development. A range of methodological and empirical approaches are adopted, with a strong focus on cognitive/psychological frameworks, intervention studies and an emphasis on quantitative analyses and mixed methods research.
Group leader: Sonali Nag

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Applied Linguistics
The Applied Linguistics Research group conducts research in key areas within second language acquisition with the aim of increasing understanding of the acquisition and use of language from both theoretical and applied perspectives.
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Child Development and Learning
The Child Development and Learning (CDL) group develops and drives cutting-edge research in: children’s language, literacy and mathematics learning with a focus on both typical and atypical development; the quality of provision and curriculum; parents’ engagement with their children and the professional development of staff.
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English as a Medium of Instruction
English Medium Instruction (EMI) refers to the use of the English language to teach academic subjects (other than English itself) in countries where the first language of the majority of the population is not English.
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Rees Centre
The Rees Centre is located within the Department of Education at the University of Oxford.
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Related Research Projects
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Feasibility trial of an adapted anti-bullying programme for children in special schools
Start date: October 2024
End date: September 2026
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Effectiveness Trial for the Evaluation of the Mathematical Reasoning Programme for Year 2 Pupils Using an Online Professional Development Training Model
Start date: February 2024
End date: March 2026
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Effects of Education Endowment Foundation interventions on protection from COVID-19 learning loss
Start date: October 2024
End date: March 2025
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Evaluation of the expanded duties of virtual schools
Start date: October 2021
End date: March 2025
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Understanding and responding to the needs of kinship families from Black and Asian communities
Start date: April 2023
End date: October 2024