Amanda Mergler

Dr. Amanda Mergler is an academic affiliated with Queensland University of Technology, specializing in educational psychology, teacher development, and student wellbeing. Her research explores values education, inclusive practices, and psychological resilience across diverse educational contexts.

Research Focus: Mergler investigates teacher efficacy, adolescent responsibility, and mental health interventions in schools. Her work emphasizes practical applications, including service-learning frameworks and tools like the Personal Responsibility Scale for adolescents. Collaborative projects span cross-cultural studies (Indigenous education), cyberbullying prevention, and transition support for university students.

Publications: Her 36 articles (2007–2018) cluster around three themes: teacher education innovation, psychological wellbeing measurement, and inclusive pedagogy. Recent work (2018) examines chaplaincy in primary schools and positive psychology in retiree populations.

Advising & Collaborations: She mentors emerging scholars (e.g., Claire Pennell, Nicole Allenden) and co-authors with experts in special education (e.g., Donna Tangen) and psychology (e.g., Peter Boman).