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Amy MacDonald is an Associate Professor in the Education STEM Education Research Group at Charles Sturt University, where she is actively engaged in research and supervision. Her work focuses on early childhood mathematics education and STEM pedagogy, particularly for babies and toddlers.
- PhD in Mathematics Education, Charles Sturt University (awarded 2011)
Her research interests span mathematics education, early childhood learning, STEM education, science interventions in primary schools, and teacher education. She investigates how mathematical learning opportunities are facilitated in early childhood settings and the role of educators in nurturing numeracy from infancy.
Her recent publications show a consistent focus on qualitative studies, scoping reviews, and practical interventions in early learning and teacher preparation. Themes include simulation technologies in teacher education, feedback mechanisms in higher education, and community-based mathematics potential.
- Australian Research Council Discovery Early Career Researcher Award (DECRA), 2018
- Beth Southwell Award for an Outstanding Thesis, 2012
- Charles Sturt University Excellence Awards – Research Award, 2022
- Citation for Outstanding Contributions to Student Learning (2014, 2013)
She supervises HDR students, serves on editorial boards such as the Mathematics Education Research Journal, and advises professional bodies like the Mathematical Association of Victoria. Her work includes both internal supervision and collaborative research projects, often involving interdisciplinary teams. She is also involved in public outreach, with media appearances discussing early mathematics and the impact of the pandemic on STEM education delivery.
