Study level

  • PhD
  • Master of Philosophy

Faculty/School

Faculty of Creative Industries, Education and Social Justice

School of Education

Topic status

We're looking for students to study this topic.

Research centre

Supervisors

Dr Julie Arnold
Position
Senior Lecturer
Division / Faculty
Faculty of CI, Education & Social Justice
Professor Karen Dooley
Position
Professor
Division / Faculty
Faculty of CI, Education & Social Justice
Dr Lynn Downes
Position
Lecturer in Literacy
Division / Faculty
Faculty of CI, Education & Social Justice
Dr Sarah James
Position
Senior Lecturer, School of Teacher Education and Leadership
Division / Faculty
Faculty of CI, Education & Social Justice
Dr Kelli McGraw
Position
Senior Lecturer
Division / Faculty
Faculty of CI, Education & Social Justice
Associate Professor Lisa van Leent
Position
Associate Professor
Division / Faculty
Faculty of CI, Education & Social Justice

Overview

Research relating to English and literacy education includes projects relating to primary, secondary and early childhood contexts. It includes research on curriculum, pedagogy and assessment, and research on the history, traditions and philosophies of English and literacy education.

Research activities

Projects can explore teacher pedagogies and practices, school programs, curriculum and assessment approaches, as well as student experience and learning, and community perceptions.

Outcomes

Research in this area aims to expand understandings of English and literacy education in contemporary settings, and advance possibilities for future curriculum, learning and teaching.

Skills and experience

Ideal candidates will have some experience as an English or literacy teacher.

Scholarships

You may be eligible to apply for a research scholarship.

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Contact

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