Darrall Thompson

Darrall Thompson is an Adjunct Fellow at the School of International Studies & Education, University of Technology Sydney. With a PhD in Education and a Masters in Design, he has pioneered innovations in assessment technologies and pedagogical frameworks, including the development of the ReView software and the CAPRI (Capability that Respects Individuality) framework. His work focuses on integrating graduate attributes and technology-enhanced learning to foster student self-assessment and evaluative judgment.

• Education:
  • PhD, Macquarie University
  • Master of Design (Research), University of Technology Sydney

His research spans design thinking, education reform, and 21st-century skills, with over 30 peer-reviewed publications. Key themes include transdisciplinary assessment, student agency, and individualized learning. Articles demonstrate a shift from traditional exams to software-driven evaluative systems (ReView), self-assessment calibration, and community-based interdisciplinary projects.

• Scientific Awards:
  • UTS Equity, Diversity and Social Justice Award

He supervises Masters Research and PhD students and leads funded projects like the Business and Education Creative Hub and implementations of the ReView system in secondary education and aviation science. His work bridges design pedagogy, business education, and technology-enhanced learning, with collaborations across universities, schools, and government bodies.