Dr Michael Bartle, is TQFE Programme Director in the School of Education and Social Work, University of Dundee. He also teaches across initial teacher education and Community Education as well as doctoral supervision.

A major aspect of Mike’s work has been working with emerging professionals spread across Higher, Further and Community Education. This includes supporting initial teacher training, online learning and peace and reconciliation studies. Previous roles include, Associate Assessor for Education Scotland, Consultant to Northern Irish Outdoor Learning developments. Previous roles included Senior Lecture in Outdoor Education at DeMonfort University, Course Leader and Guidance Manager at Dundee and Angus College and Assistant Director in Community Peace and Reconciliation Centre, Northern Ireland.

Current interests include, Sport for Change, trust building in educational settings and developing further education researchers. Dr Bartle's projects have been captured through ERASMUS+ and a range of published research. Dr Barron is published in peer review journals and books.