Robyne Garrett

Associate Professor Robyne Garrett is an academic in the Department of Education at UniSA Education Futures, University of South Australia. Her research focuses on culturally responsive pedagogy, embodiment in learning, and educational equity. She explores how creative and body-based approaches can foster inclusive environments for marginalized students, particularly in settings of poverty, trauma, and cultural diversity.

Her work emphasizes transformative curriculum design that integrates somatic practices, Indigenous knowledge systems, and social justice frameworks. Notable areas include enhancing teacher training to address systemic inequities and redesigning STEM education through drama-based methodologies.

Recent publications highlight themes of resilience in education, decolonizing practices in health and physical education, and the intersection of race/whiteness in sports media representation. Her research often bridges theory and practice, advocating for pedagogical innovations that center student agency and community well-being.

Garrett is a dedicated research degree supervisor and media commentator on educational equity. Her contributions span over 30 years, with a focus on marginalized populations including refugee students, non-traditional university learners, and Indigenous communities.