Simone M Blom

Simone M Blom is a Senior Lecturer and Acting Director of Professional Experience at the Faculty of Education, Southern Cross University. With over two decades in education, her work focuses on environmental and science education, teacher training, and innovative methodologies. She holds a PhD in Education (2022) from Southern Cross University, alongside degrees in Environmental Science, Teaching, and Education (2002–2016).

• Education:
  • Doctor of Philosophy (Education), 2022 – Southern Cross University
  • Bachelor of Education (Honours), 2016 – University of Melbourne
  • Bachelor of Teaching (Primary/Secondary), 2005 – Deakin University
  • Bachelor of Science (Environmental Science), 2002 – University of Melbourne

Her research explores environmental education pedagogies, posthuman methodologies grounded in quantum mechanics, and creative approaches to science education. She emphasizes relational teaching, workshop facilitation, and translating complex concepts into actionable solutions. Key areas include teacher confidence, pre-service training, and post-qualitative research frameworks.

Recent publications highlight themes like climate education, regenerative agriculture mentoring, and diffractive ethnography. Her work bridges theory and practice, advocating for systemic change in education through collaborative, interdisciplinary approaches.

• Awards:
  • AAUT Outstanding Contribution to Student Learning (2023)
  • Southern Cross University Research Award (2023)
  • Faculty of Education Early Career Researcher of the Year

Simone leads the Regenerative Agriculture Mentoring Program and contributes to professional experience initiatives. Her work intersects education with community resilience, environmental justice, and child-centered climate advocacy.