Research
Lorna is interested in pedagogical theory, research and innovation. She has a keen interest in encouraging students to become independent learners, embedding employability skills in the undergraduate curriculum, games based learning and the enhancement of the student learning experience through innovation.
Lorna is a regular speaker at legal education conferences and has a particular interest in pedagogical theory.
Conference Papers
• 2nd International Conference on Innovative Teaching and Education (July 2026)
Pause, rewind, repeat: Podcasts as a dynamic and versatile learning tool.
• International Teaching and Learning Special Interest Group (ITLSIG) International Symposium & Book Launch Event (April 2026)
Putting game theory into practice – simple ways to bring games into the curriculum and create interactive learning experiences.
• Advance HE Teaching & Learning Conference (July 2025)
Harnessing the power of the podcast to make employability more inclusive, connect students with potential employers and develop crucial work-readiness skills.
• Connecting Legal Education Conference (April 2024)
Legal Directions: The podcast connecting students with the legal profession and legal careers.
• Playful Learning Conference (July 2023):
Let’s Play the Legal Factor – Can the use of games in the classroom enhance the student learning experience?
• Advance HE Assessment & Feedback Symposium (Nov 2022):
Transforming our students from passive listeners to confident assessors through the introduction of a programmatic approach to formative assessment
• University of Liverpool Learning & teaching Conference (July 2022):
Enhancing student success through the introduction of an innovative assessment support strategy
Invitations to Speak
• Treasure Island Pedagogies Podcast (November 2022):
Interdisciplinary discussion between educators from different subject backgrounds to discuss innovative practice and alternative pedagogical approaches and practice, organised by the Centre for Innovation in Education, University of Liverpool.
• Digital Education Network's Podcasting Showcase (April 2025):
This was an event organised by the Centre for Innovation in Education, University of Liverpool, I was invited to discuss the Legal Directions podcast and the different ways podcasts for learning could be incorporated into the student experience, across various disciplines.