Amanda Levido

Dr. Amanda Levido is a Lecturer in the Faculty of Education at Southern Cross University, focusing on media arts and media literacy education. Her research explores young children's use of digital media technologies in formal and informal learning environments. She is an Affiliated Investigator with the ARC Centre of Excellence for the Digital Child, contributing to interdisciplinary studies on digital childhood. Her work emphasizes the intersection of technology, education, and child development, particularly in primary school contexts.

Research interests include media literacy, digital technologies in education, and the sociocultural implications of children's media practices. She has published extensively on topics such as algorithmic literacies, media clubs, and the ethical dimensions of digital childhood research. Her recent projects investigate the impact of the pandemic on arts education and the role of toys like ringlights in shaping media practices.

Dr. Levido's publications reflect a focus on bridging theory and practice, with contributions to pedagogical frameworks for media literacy and critical analyses of digital childhood industries. She actively participates in educational initiatives like the Newshounds Media Literacy Project and the Digital Child Ethics Toolkit development. Her work highlights the need for holistic approaches to preparing children for digital citizenship.