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Professor Brenda Wolodko is Associate Dean of Teaching and Learning in the Faculty of Humanities, Arts, Social Sciences and Education (HASSE) at the University of New England, Australia, where she is also affiliated with the School of Education. She holds a PhD in early childhood/primary mathematics education and has extensive experience in teacher education, online pedagogy, and curriculum development across international contexts.
Her educational qualifications include:
- Diploma in Children’s Services
- Bachelor of Education in Elementary Education and Early Childhood
- PhD in early childhood/primary mathematics education
Brenda's research centers on improving teaching and learning in early childhood and primary mathematics, with a strong emphasis on online and flexible learning environments. Her work explores educator mindsets, professional development, and the integration of technology in teacher education. She has led international projects, including a UNICEF-funded initiative in Bhutan to develop a Diploma in Early Childhood Services and an Early Childhood Demonstration School.
Her publications span from 2000 to 2019, showing a sustained focus on teacher education, online learning, and mathematics pedagogy. Key themes include self-study methodologies, digital pedagogy, and the use of metaphors and communication in mathematics learning. Her most recent work examines adult constructive-developmental theory in designing adaptive learning for university educators.
She has collaborated on research grants such as the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC) Insight Grant, fostering partnerships between Canadian and Australian educators to study mathematics noticing in play-based learning. Her leadership in curriculum innovation and educator development reflects a deep commitment to improving educational outcomes across diverse learner groups.
She is actively involved in mentoring and collaborative research, though no formal list of students is provided. Her work is disseminated through platforms like ResearchGate and ORCID, and she is cited by scholars in education and teacher development.
