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Megan Barnard

@msjonesmp.bsky.social

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PhD, FHEA, Assistant Professor, mother | Creator of SASS | Deputy Director of RoSE | Famous for a 10 sec Countryfile appearance | Autistic academic

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Megan Barnard @msjonesmp.bsky.social · Mar 12

Eagle-eyed followers might have noticed a small change to my Bluesky profile recently.

Okay, it’s confession time… 👇

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Just got a round of applause from my students after giving their statistics lecture. Not sure how to react but I’m pretty sure that’s a career high…

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RoSE Network @rosenetwork.bsky.social · Sep 10

A few folks have asked for some extra time to apply, so we're extending the deadline for everyone!

You can now apply for a RoSE Nework Committee Role until this coming Friday (midnight whereever you are). Details ⬇️.

#StatsEd

Jenny Terry @jennyterry.bsky.social · Sep 8

Keen to help develop the international #StatsEd research community? Interested in running large-scale collaboarative #StatsEd research projects?

Consider joining the @rosenetwork.bsky.social committee! There are a few days left to apply. More details: www.rose-network.org/about-us/vac....

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RoSE Network @rosenetwork.bsky.social · Sep 9

There's still time to join us for a new webinar on Statistics Education Research on the 11th! Register here iase-web.org/Webinars.php and join in on the conversation #StatsEd #EduSky #research

Two figures discussing statistics research. This flyer states: Untold Stories in Statistics Education Research: Contemplation to Publication and Beyond

11 September 2025; 15:00 UTC (see below for localized date/time)

Webinar duration: 90 minutes

Presenter(s): Elinor Jones (Chair), Larry Lesser, Mine Dogucu and Florian Berens

Many research endeavours have a backstory which is more complex, nonlinear, messy, and instructive than the final article suggests. This webinar brings together authors of diverse statistics education studies to share how their research unfolded over time, including unanticipated obstacles, conflicting reviewer feedback, and evolving perspectives. Expect honesty, practical wisdom, and a deeper appreciation for the start-to-finish journey of ‘doing research’ in statistics education.

Register: https://forms.gle/gA1HLEDqgbuw6mqS6

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RoSE Network @rosenetwork.bsky.social · Aug 28

We’re looking for enthusiastic colleagues to join our voluntary committees and help shape the future of statistics education.

Current vacancies are now live
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📅 Deadline: 10th September 2025 (midnight, your time zone)
👉 Apply here: lnkd.in/euqHE4s4

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RoSE Network @rosenetwork.bsky.social · Aug 26

Check out our latest blog entry, featuring a reflection on #RoSE2025Conf from attendee Rhys C Jones! www.rose-network.org/blog/2025-ro...

Did you attend our conference and want to talk about your experiences? Reach out and let us know! #StatsEd

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Jenny Terry @jennyterry.bsky.social · Aug 20

Out today in Teaching Statistics! Our paper on getting started in (statistics) education research, inspired by our 2024 @ukcots.bsky.social panel on the same. #StatsEd onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/...

Education research: Getting started

Statistics education research advances knowledge, informs teaching practices, and improves learning outcomes, but how does a higher education statistics educator get started in research? A panel disc...

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RoSE Network @rosenetwork.bsky.social · Aug 15

👀 Were you a #RoSE2025Conf attendee? We want to hear from you! Reach out via reply or DM this account with your thoughts and experiences. #StatsEd

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Megan Barnard @msjonesmp.bsky.social · Jul 31

13 hours, many amazing talks, & not enough caffeine later, and the @rosenetwork.bsky.social 2025 econference has come to an end. A huge thanks to all speakers, session chairs, and most importantly Andrew, for putting on an amazing day.

Very proud to be a RoSE Deputy Director right now #RoSE2025Conf

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Gwen @ggwen.bsky.social · Jul 31

Very constructive session on using AI in statistics teaching at #RoSE2025Conf : when we focus on teaching students what questions to ask, more than how to calculate specific measures by hand, AI can play a useful role. but there are ethical considerations, energy and water use of LLMs to consider.

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William Kay @willpkay.bsky.social · Jul 31

The RoSE conference is now live! A marathon 13 hr day of talks all about statistics education - what more could you want? It's not too late to join - register at this link: forms.gle/ebM2kPyYAhbv.... #RoSE2025Conf #StatsEd #EduSky #statistics

RoSE Network @rosenetwork.bsky.social · Jul 10

Do your students suffer from statistics anxiety? Don't miss our free #StatsEd conference on July 31st, and learn more about who struggles with statistics and potential solutions! Register to attend here: bit.ly/roseconferen... #EduSky #statistics #teaching #mathanxiety

RoSE Network 2025 e-Conference Statistics Anxiety Talks:

- Do neurodivergent individuals have higher statistics and mathematics anxiety? Evaluating evidence from the STARs study

- How do Specific Learning Difficulties (SpLDs) impact statistics anxiety and attainment? Insights from a secondary analysis

- Exploring Undergraduate Students' Expectations for Psychology Statistics Courses

- The Psychological Benefits of Collaborative Mock Exams: Examining Effects on Statistics Anxiety and Academic Self-Efficacy

- Who Struggles with Stats? A Meta-Analysis of the Prevalence and Predictors of Statistics Anxiety

- How to tackle anxiety about statistics – the student perspective

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Megan Barnard @msjonesmp.bsky.social · Jul 31

Let’s get started with the @rosenetwork.bsky.social conference! #RoSE2025Conf

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RoSE Network @rosenetwork.bsky.social · Jul 20

Excited for our #StatsEd conference on July 31st? You can register to attend for ✨ free ✨ by clicking here: bit.ly/roseconferen... - Don't miss a chance to connect with other statistics education researchers from around the world!

Join the RoSE Network on July 31st for our free, international, statistics education research conference! Keynote speaker Dr. Iddo Gal asks "What research is needed in statistics education, and why?"

You can learn more by connecting with us online by searching RoSE Network on X ,Slack, Bluesky, Mastodon, LinkedIn, and Youtube, or check out our website: www.rose-network.org!

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RoSE Network @rosenetwork.bsky.social · Jul 27

We're getting closer and closer to #RoSE2025Conf - have you checked out the abstracts yet? 👀 www.rose-network.org/events/rose-... Can't wait for all of our speakers! #StatsEd #statistics #conferences #EduSky

screenshot of the RoSE 2025 Conference Abstracts, accessible here: https://www.rose-network.org/events/rose-2025/conference-abstracts

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Megan Barnard @msjonesmp.bsky.social · Jul 23

TFW you finally able to register with an NHS dentist for the first time in 10 years…

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Megan Barnard @msjonesmp.bsky.social · Jun 30

My in-laws’ cat did something very similar whilst also trying to present us with a dead mouse this morning. Unique start to my EC panel meeting…

Megan Barnard @msjonesmp.bsky.social · Jun 29

Back to marathon training after a week out of routine. I call this one the ouchy 9-miler…
#nottinghamrunningfestival
#RobinHoodHalf
#shakespearemarathon

Megan Barnard @msjonesmp.bsky.social · Jun 27

Love Hickory’s. Went for the 1st time last year a few days before Jacks heart surgery- mentioned it to our sever and the team made him a care package along with a good luck card. The manager remembered us last night and gave jack his own chip cup to take home ❤️

And the GF onion rings are amazing!

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Megan Barnard @msjonesmp.bsky.social · Jun 27

Turned 34 yesterday. Don’t think it looks too bad on me.

Megan sitting in a restaurant with a birthday crown on her head.

A brown food board. It has a doughnut with yellow icing and sprinkles on it. In icing sugar are the words ‘Hickory’s smokehouse. Happy Birthday!’

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Megan Barnard @msjonesmp.bsky.social · Jun 27

Thank you @ukcots.bsky.social for putting on such a great conference earlier this week in Glasgow. There were many inspiring ideas that I want to think about incorporating into my own statistics teaching.

Next step, get started on making quarto books/sites and hosting them on GitHub…

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Megan Barnard @msjonesmp.bsky.social · Jun 25

Great workshop by @bartlettje.bsky.social this morning, which introduced delegates to using Quarto in R and pushing projects to GitHub repositories. Looking forward to getting started and (hopefully) showing off my own work in a few months’ time!

UK Conference on Teaching Statistics @ukcots.bsky.social · Jun 25

Welcome to day two of #UKCOTS2025!

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Megan Barnard @msjonesmp.bsky.social · Jun 24

Currently enjoying the quiet room at #UKCOTS25 after an informative and engaging morning of talks. Rooms like this are great for neurodiverse academics like myself, so thank you @ukcots.bsky.social ❤️

Megan Barnard @msjonesmp.bsky.social · Jun 24

Gluten free croissants at #UKCOTS25? You’re talking my language, @ukcots.bsky.social !

Megan Barnard @msjonesmp.bsky.social · Jun 23

Thank you @ukcots.bsky.social for a great preconference social! Needed to duck out early, but I’m secretly glad to help our quiz team get full marks in round 1 of the pub quiz 😊

UK Conference on Teaching Statistics @ukcots.bsky.social · Jun 23

For anyone joining the welcome drinks, we are at the long table near the bar!

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Megan Barnard @msjonesmp.bsky.social · Jun 23

Train station coffee- check.
Puzzle book- check.
A sense of what I’m going to say in my presentation- check.

See you soon, @ukcots.bsky.social !

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RoSE Network @rosenetwork.bsky.social · Jun 21

Good news, researchers and educators in #StatsEd! The RoSE 2025 e-conference registration has just opened up! Sign up for our free international conference happening July 31st here: bit.ly/roseconferen...

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