Adam User
@adamuser19
Educational author and instructional designer creating research-based learning resources with 500,000+ reported downloads.
United KingdomWhat I'm looking for
As an independent educational author and instructional designer, I research, write, edit and publish classroom resources, curricula, lesson plans and assessments in GCSE Sociology, Religious Studies, philosophy and ethics. My resources have more than 500,000 reported downloads through international teaching marketplaces.
At Udemy, I design and publish self-paced courses in clinical psychology, Transactional Analysis, psychotherapy approaches, and classroom philosophy and ethics. I make complex material accessible through structured learning sequences and respond to learner questions and feedback.
Through the Global Metacognition Initiative, I develop research-informed resources and teacher training on metacognition, self-regulated learning and evidence-based pedagogy for ages 11–18. I also provide educational consultancy to schools and organisations.
At FunPhilosophyLessons.com, I developed more than 50 resources for ages 8–16 using ethical dilemmas, thought experiments and discussion prompts. I’ve also authored books and reference works in philosophy, psychotherapy and movement-based therapeutic practices.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Founder
FunPhilosophyLessons.com
Jan 2022 - Present (4 years 9 months)
Developed over 50 original resources for ages 8–16, using ethical dilemmas, thought experiments and discussion prompts to teach clear thinking and reasoned judgement.
Design and publish self-paced courses covering clinical psychology, Transactional Analysis, existential approaches to psychotherapy, and classroom philosophy and ethics. Structure complex material into accessible learning sequences and respond to learner feedback.
Founder
Global Metacognition Initiative
Jan 2018 - Present (8 years 9 months)
Develop research-informed resources and teacher training on metacognition, self-regulated learning and evidence-based pedagogy for ages 11–18. Provide educational consultancy to schools and organisations.
Independent Educational Author and Instructional Designer
Self Employed
Jan 2015 - Present (11 years 9 months)
Research, write, edit and publish classroom resources, complete curricula, lesson plans, discussions and assessments for GCSE Sociology, Religious Studies, philosophy and ethics. Distribute resources through TES and Teachers Pay Teachers with over 500,000 downloads.
Teacher of Philosophy, Religious Studies and Sociology
Larkmead School
Jan 2013 - Dec 2015 (2 years 11 months)
Taught GCSE and A-level subjects, evaluated written work and argumentation, developed instructional content and coordinated educational support interventions.
PGCE Trainee Teacher
Liverpool Hope University
Jan 2012 - Dec 2013 (1 year 11 months)
Completed PGCE training in Secondary Philosophy and Religious Studies with Merit.
Support Worker
BCHA
Jan 2011 - Dec 2012 (1 year 11 months)
Provided support to individuals in need.
Social and Academic Mentor
University of Reading
Jan 2010 - Dec 2011 (1 year 11 months)
Provided social and academic mentoring to students.
NHS Mental Health Nursing Assistant / Support Worker
NHS
Jan 2009 - Dec 2010 (1 year 11 months)
Provided mental health nursing assistance and support.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Liverpool Hope University
PGCE, Secondary Philosophy and Religious Studies
2012 - 2013
Grade: Merit
Completed a PGCE in Secondary Philosophy and Religious Studies with Merit at Liverpool Hope University from 2012 to 2013.
University of Reading
MA, Philosophy
Completed an MA in Philosophy at the University of Reading in 2011.
Clinical Hypnosis training
Training, Clinical Hypnosis
Completed clinical hypnosis training in 2009.
Cambridge ESOL
CELTA, Teaching English as a Foreign Language
Earned a CELTA certificate from Cambridge ESOL in 2009.
University of Reading
BA, Psychology and Philosophy
Grade: 2:1
Earned a BA in Psychology and Philosophy with a 2:1 classification from the University of Reading in 2007.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
United KingdomAuthorized to work in
Website
globalmetacognition.comPortfolio
udemy.com/user/adam-godwin-52Salary expectations
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