Research in Teacher Education is published twice a year by the Cass School of Education and Communities. The periodical offers a forum for informed debate and discussion on all aspects of teacher education and we welcome contributions from our doctoral students. The publication showcases work from the teacher education teams at Cass and the wider teacher education community in the UK. The definition of ‘research’, in its broadest sense includes any gathering of data, information and ‘facts’ designed to advance knowledge. While nurturing and publicising the creative talent within teacher education the periodical seeks to stimulate, provoke and extend discussion and debate with other professionals associated with this field. In addition to contributions from the team of teacher educators at Cass, each edition of Research in Teacher Education publishes research findings, book reviews and/or opinion pieces from guest writers associated with the Cass School of Education and Communities. If you would like to contribute to this periodical contact Gerry Czerniawski at g.czerniawski@uel.ac.uk