Despite being able to dissemination AI strategies with the pre-service teachers at my university, I realised (through a conversation with a former colleague) that in-service teachers may be completely overwhelmed by the giant elephant in the room that is GenAI. As a result, and guided by the AI competency framework for teachers | UNESCO and New framework outlines best practice for AI in higher education - ACSES , I have developed a 2-hour workshop session designed for in-se

Well, it has been a hot minute since I presented my Master of Research thesis and PATHWAY Framework at the University of Newcastle's NuSpace campus. The AARE Conference always ensures that I connect with new people and come away with inspiration. For example, a number of universities around Australia are using simulations to teach their pre-service students in innovative ways, proving that, when used effectively, technology can significantly improve learning outcomes! It was

I was grateful to be selected to present at Digicon25 down in Melbourne this week. During my presentation: From research to reality: Designing digital game learning experiences, I was able to engage with primary and secondary teachers from Victoria regarding the effective implementation of digital games into their teaching and learning practices. It was lovely to have a number of teachers speak with me after the presentation about their own experiences, barriers, and triumph

Firstly, thank you for having a look through my website. I hope that you are able to take something from here, whether you are a practising teacher, pre-service teacher, game developer, or academic. I am always happy to connect so please reach out :) As mentioned in my 'About' page, I adore teaching - the relationships you develop with your students (school aged or adult!) and being part of their lives during significant periods. I believe that learning should incorporate pla