Michael Elliott, PhD
About Michael Elliott, PhD
Michael Elliott, PhD, is a User Experience Researcher at Anomali and a PhD candidate at Liverpool John Moores University, with extensive experience in qualitative-interpretive research and a focus on mental health and well-being in education.
Professional Title and Current Roles
Michael Elliott, PhD, currently holds the position of User Experience Researcher at Anomali, based in Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom. He has been with Anomali since 2020. Additionally, he is pursuing a Doctorate at Liverpool John Moores University with his PhD research centered on 'Discoursing performativity for 21st century education' since 2015 in Liverpool, United Kingdom.
Educational Background and Degrees
Michael Elliott earned a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Education from Liverpool John Moores University, completing his studies from 2015 to 2020. Prior to that, he achieved a Masters in Research (MRes) in Education and Society, completing his coursework from 2014 to 2015 at the same institution. He also holds a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) in Secondary Education and Teaching from Liverpool Hope University, completed in 2014, and a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Psychology from Queen's University Belfast, completed in 2009.
Research Focus Areas
Michael Elliott's research focuses extensively on qualitative-interpretive methods, examining student progressions and transitions within higher education in the UK. His recent work addresses the mental health and well-being crisis among students and education professionals. Elliott also specializes in the pedagogic applications of 'Mindset' theories and discourses related to academic resilience.
Research Methodology and Design Expertise
Elliott has developed considerable expertise in ontology, epistemology, social theory, and methodological design, with a specific interest in ethnographic inquiry utilizing postmodern, poststructural, posthuman, and 'new' materialist theoretical frameworks. His proficiency includes various forms of inductive textual analysis, such as Critical Discourse Analysis and Thematic Analysis.
Academic Contributions and Editing Experience
In addition to his research, Michael Elliott has experience in academic journal proofreading, peer reviewing, and copy editing. These roles have supported his contributions to the academic community, ensuring the dissemination of well-edited and rigorously reviewed scholarly work.