Sarah Porter: JISC, Head of Innovation
Sarah is Head of the Innovation Group at JISC. The Innovation Group leads activities that support core themes in the JISC’s strategy through innovation programmes and initiatives. The Group works closely with colleges and universities to carry out action research, and develop advice and guidance, products and services.
Sarah has worked in the higher education sector for the last 12 years, in a variety of institutional and national roles. Her particular interest is in how technology can enhance the day-to-day business of education and research; in particular the central importance of technology-users, institutional processes and practices, and education’s broader political and cultural context.