This book investigates the core methodologies and practical frameworks required for professionals to effectively facilitate staff and educational development within higher education institutions. Editors David Baume and Peter Kahn compile contributions from experienced practitioners to address the gap in formal training for those tasked with improving teaching and learning outcomes. The text provides a structured approach to needs analysis, event planning, and institutional change, serving as a foundational resource for early-career educational developers.

Experts and practitioners in the field of higher education recognize this work as a foundational handbook for those entering the educational development profession. Readers frequently note the practical utility of the chapters, which offer actionable advice for managing the complexities of academic staff support.